About Sydney

Sydney is a small village located in Cheshire, England, within the CW1 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Crewe, providing easy access to various amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential properties and local businesses, contributing to a sense of community. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Sydney is well-connected by road and rail, making it convenient for travel to nearby towns and cities. Local facilities include a primary school and a few shops, catering to the needs of residents. Overall, Sydney provides a quiet living environment while remaining close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Sydney

There are 63 schools in and around Sydney. The Dingle Primary School and Springfield School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Sydney

The average property price is £199K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £162K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Sydney

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Public order is prevalent across Sydney, with 73 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Sydney

Sydney sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Sydney

Broadband speeds in Sydney are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,926 sales

Average Price £199K
£2K — £20.95M
Detached £255K 1,893
Semi £162K 2,754
Terraced £114K 1,758
Flat £79K 260

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
10 Secondary
16 Other
The Dingle Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles Springfield School Outstanding 0.7 miles Hungerford Primary Academy Primary 0.8 miles Sir William Stanier School Secondary 0.8 miles Haslington Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Monks Coppenhall Family Hub Good 0.9 miles Monks Coppenhall Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Safe Opportunities 1 miles Brierley Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Cheshire Studio School Secondary Good 1.3 miles Crewe Engineering and Design UTC Secondary 1.3 miles Beechwood Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Sydney IMD 2025

Sydney sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
11,194 Children (0-15) 19%
37,506 Working Age 63%
13,641 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.5% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Sydney 631 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Sydney sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

271 Violence & Sexual Offences
73 Public Order
51 Other Theft
41 Criminal Damage & Arson
41 Drugs
40 Anti-Social Behaviour
38 Shoplifting
18 Burglary
18 Other Crime
17 Vehicle Crime
8 Bicycle Theft
6 Weapons
5 Robbery
4 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Cheshire Haslington Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Sandbach Train Station 3.1 miles
Alsager Train Station 4.8 miles
Nantwich Train Station 5.3 miles
Winsford Train Station 6.9 miles
Holmes Chapel Train Station 7 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 7.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Maw Green 0.9 miles Haslington 0.9 miles Slaughter Hill 0.9 miles Coppenhall 1.2 miles Winterley 1.4 miles Crewe 1.4 miles Coppenhall Moss 1.8 miles Wheelock Heath 2 miles The Valley 2 miles Barrows Green 2.2 miles Wheelock 2.2 miles Lane Ends 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire East
Ward Crewe East
Constituency Crewe and Nantwich
Parish Crewe
Region North West

Streets in CW1 30 shown View all streets

A Tech Court 1 Abbey Place 1 Abington Close 1 Acacia Crescent 1 Adderley Close 1 Adelaide Street 1 Alban Street 2 Albert Brock Grove 1 Albert Street 1 Alder Drive 1 Alexandra Place 1 Allman Close 1 Alma Avenue 1 Almond Avenue 1 Ambuscade Close 1 Anderson Close 2 Arden Square 1 Ardleigh Close 1 Ash Road 1 Ashbank Place 1 Ashley Meadow 1 Ashmuir Close 1 Asquith Close 1 Astbury Close 1 Attwood Close 1 Audley Street 1 Avenue One 3 Avon Drive 1 Aysgarth Avenue 1 Badger Avenue 12

Postcodes in CW1 50 shown View all postcodes

CW1 2AF CW1 2AG CW1 2AH CW1 2AL CW1 2AN CW1 2AP CW1 2AQ CW1 2AS CW1 2AT CW1 2AU CW1 2AW CW1 2AY CW1 2AZ CW1 2BA CW1 2BB CW1 2BD CW1 2BE CW1 2BG CW1 2BH CW1 2BJ CW1 2BL CW1 2BP CW1 2BS CW1 2BZ CW1 2DA CW1 2DB CW1 2DD CW1 2DF CW1 2DH CW1 2DJ CW1 2DL CW1 2DP CW1 2DR CW1 2DT CW1 2DU CW1 2EG CW1 2EL CW1 2ER CW1 2ES CW1 2ET CW1 2EW CW1 2EX CW1 2EY CW1 2GZ CW1 2HB CW1 2HD CW1 2HE CW1 2HF CW1 2HH CW1 2HN