About Upton Rocks

Upton Rocks is located in Cheshire, England, within the WA8 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, offering a mix of housing styles and local amenities. The surrounding landscape includes green spaces that provide opportunities for outdoor activities, making it a suitable place for families and individuals seeking a comfortable living environment. The locality is well-connected, with access to nearby towns and cities, ensuring that residents can easily reach essential services and facilities. Public transport options are available, making commuting straightforward. Upton Rocks also features a variety of shops and recreational areas, contributing to the community's overall convenience and accessibility.

School Ratings in Upton Rocks

Upton Rocks is served by 177 schools. St Bede's Catholic Infant School, Ashley High School, Riverside College Halton and Wade Deacon High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Upton Rocks

Property prices average £195K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £121K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Upton Rocks

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Upton Rocks, with 82 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Upton Rocks

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Upton Rocks falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Upton Rocks

Most properties in Upton Rocks can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,734 sales

Average Price £195K
£375 — £12.7M
Detached £310K 1,606
Semi £181K 2,457
Terraced £121K 2,709
Flat £92K 559

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

110 Primary
17 Secondary
50 Other
Birchfield Nursery School Nursery Good 0.5 miles Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School Secondary Good 0.6 miles Wade Deacon High School Secondary Outstanding 0.6 miles Lunts Heath Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Ditton Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Chesnut Lodge Special School Good 0.8 miles Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery Primary Good 0.8 miles Ashley High School Outstanding 0.9 miles Ormiston Chadwick Academy Secondary 0.9 miles St Bede's Catholic Junior School Primary Good 1 miles St Bede's Catholic Infant School Primary Outstanding 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Upton Rocks IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Upton Rocks in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
13,049 Children (0-15) 19%
43,093 Working Age 62%
18,093 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 36.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.7% 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 Upton Rocks 498 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Upton Rocks is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

198 Violence & Sexual Offences
82 Anti-Social Behaviour
62 Public Order
44 Criminal Damage & Arson
24 Shoplifting
20 Drugs
20 Other Theft
14 Vehicle Crime
14 Other Crime
6 Burglary
6 Robbery
4 Weapons
3 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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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

Widnes Train Station 0.6 miles
Hough Green Train Station 1.4 miles
Rainhill Train Station 2.6 miles
Whiston Train Station 3.1 miles
Halewood Train Station 3.6 miles
Eccleston Park Train Station 3.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Farnworth 0.6 miles Lunts Heath 0.9 miles Appleton 0.9 miles Town End 0.9 miles Cronton 0.9 miles Ball o' Ditton 0.9 miles Barrow's Green 1.2 miles Upton 1.2 miles Lower House 1.2 miles Crow Wood 1.4 miles Halton View 1.4 miles Hough Green 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Halton
Ward Halton View
Constituency Halton
Parish Halton, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WA8 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Abbey Road 2 Acacia Avenue 1 Addingham Avenue 2 Addison Square 1 Adelaide Court 1 Adelphi Grove 1 Afton 1 Albert Road 8 Albert Square 1 Alder Avenue 2 Alder Lane 3 Alderwood Court 1 Alexander Drive 2 Alexandra Street 1 Alforde Street 4 Alfred Close 1 Alfred Street 1 Allerton Road 1 Alt 1 Alverton Close 1 Amelia Close 1 Andrew Close 1 Ansdell Road 2 Anson Close 2 Appleby Close 2 Appleton Road 1 Appleton Village 4 Arden 2 Arkenstone Close 1

Postcodes in WA8 50 shown View all postcodes

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