About Thornton-le-Moors

Thornton-le-Moors is a small village located in Cheshire, England, within the CH2 postcode area. It is situated near the banks of the River Mersey and is surrounded by open countryside. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes. Local amenities include a primary school and a few small shops, catering to the needs of the residents. The area is well-connected by road, making it easy for residents to access nearby towns and cities. Thornton-le-Moors is close to the larger town of Ellesmere Port, which offers additional shopping and leisure facilities. The surrounding landscape provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, appealing to those who appreciate nature and a quieter lifestyle.

School Ratings in Thornton-le-Moors

Families in Thornton-le-Moors have access to 56 local schools. Ancora House School and Mill View Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Thornton-le-Moors

Homes sell for an average of £294K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £290K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Thornton-le-Moors

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Thornton-le-Moors, with 31 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Thornton-le-Moors

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Thornton-le-Moors around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Thornton-le-Moors

Thornton-le-Moors benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,018 sales

Average Price £294K
£2K — £23.48M
Detached £380K 1,061
Semi £290K 1,944
Terraced £224K 1,301
Flat £143K 590

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

36 Primary
5 Secondary
15 Other
Chester Rural Children's Centre 1 miles Elton Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Stanlaw Abbey Children's Centre Outstanding 2.2 miles The Oaks Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.4 miles St Bernard's Roman Catholic Primary & Nursery School Primary Good 2.4 miles Horn's Mill Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Wolverham Primary and Nursery School Primary 2.6 miles Cambridge Road Community Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 2.8 miles Ellesmere Port Christ Church CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Mickle Trafford Village School Primary Good 2.9 miles Whitby Heath Primary School Primary 3 miles William Stockton Community Primary School Primary 3.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Thornton-le-Moors IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Thornton-le-Moors are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
5/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,847 Children (0-15) 16%
36,919 Working Age 65%
14,169 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.9% 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 Thornton-le-Moors 274 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Thornton-le-Moors is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

139 Violence & Sexual Offences
31 Shoplifting
24 Public Order
17 Anti-Social Behaviour
14 Other Theft
13 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Drugs
8 Burglary
8 Other Crime
4 Vehicle Crime
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Robbery
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Cheshire Saughall, Mollington and Elton 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

Stanlow And Thornton Train Station 0.8 miles
Ince And Elton (Cheshire) Train Station 1.2 miles
Helsby Train Station 2.7 miles
Ellesmere Port Train Station 2.9 miles
Overpool Train Station 3.9 miles
Bache Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Elton Green 0.9 miles Elton 0.9 miles Stanlow 0.9 miles Wimbolds Trafford 1.2 miles Stoak 1.4 miles Ince 1.4 miles Hapsford 1.9 miles Outlet Village 1.9 miles Little Stanney 1.9 miles Ellesmere Port 2 miles Picton 2 miles Dunham-on-the-Hill 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire West and Chester
Ward Chester City & the Garden Quarter
Constituency City of Chester
Parish Cheshire West and Chester, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in CH2 30 shown View all streets

Abbots Drive 1 Abbots Grange 1 Abbots Nook 1 Acacia Close 1 Acorn Court 2 Acres Lane 3 Alder Grove 2 Aldford Road 5 Alexandra Court 1 Alpraham Crescent 1 Alvanley View 1 Alwyn Gardens 1 Alyn Road 1 Ambleside 1 Anvil Close 1 Appleton Road 2 Arley Close 1 Arradon Court 2 Ash Hey Lane 1 Ash Lawn Court 2 Ashby Place 1 Ashwood Court 1 Ashwood Lane 1 Aspen Way 1 Bache Avenue 1 Bache Drive 1 Bache Hall Court 1 Bache Hall Estate 1 Badgers Walk 1 Bailey Bridge Close 1

Postcodes in CH2 50 shown View all postcodes

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