About Balterley Heath

Balterley Heath is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, within the CW2 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment, with a mix of residential properties and farmland. The village is situated near the border with Shropshire, and the nearby town of Market Drayton is a short distance to the west. The landscape features rolling hills and scattered woodlands, typical of the English Midlands. While it is not a large community, Balterley Heath offers a sense of tranquillity and connection to the natural surroundings. The local area is well served by roads, with the A5104 providing access to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Balterley Heath

Families in Balterley Heath have access to 55 local schools. Wistaston Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Balterley Heath

Homes sell for an average of £228K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £184K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Balterley Heath

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Balterley Heath, with 65 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Balterley Heath

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Balterley Heath 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 Balterley Heath

Balterley Heath 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 7,243 sales

Average Price £228K
£2K — £9.6M
Detached £316K 2,532
Semi £184K 2,575
Terraced £126K 1,732
Flat £104K 158

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

33 Primary
10 Secondary
12 Other
Weston Village Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Betley CofE VC Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Shavington Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Wybunbury Delves CofE Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Safe Opportunities 3 miles Haslington Primary Academy Primary 3.2 miles Castle Hill School Requires Improvement 3.3 miles Sir Thomas Boughey Academy Secondary Good 3.3 miles Bridgemere CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Shavington Academy Secondary 3.4 miles Springfield School Outstanding 3.4 miles The Berkeley Academy Primary Good 3.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Balterley Heath IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Balterley Heath 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,758 Children (0-15) 18%
35,252 Working Age 63%
14,037 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.8% 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 Balterley Heath 543 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Balterley Heath are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

212 Violence & Sexual Offences
65 Public Order
46 Other Theft
41 Anti-Social Behaviour
39 Drugs
36 Shoplifting
35 Criminal Damage & Arson
21 Vehicle Crime
16 Burglary
8 Bicycle Theft
8 Weapons
8 Other Crime
4 Robbery
4 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

Alsager Train Station 4.5 miles
Nantwich Train Station 5.8 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 6.2 miles
Sandbach Train Station 6.8 miles
Longport Train Station 7 miles
Wrenbury Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Gorstyhill 0 yards Englesea-brook 0.9 miles Buddileigh 0.9 miles Balterley 1.2 miles Balterley Green 1.2 miles Chorlton 1.2 miles Betley Common 1.2 miles Betley 1.4 miles Barthomley 1.8 miles Hough 1.9 miles Knowl Bank 2 miles Smith's Green 2 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in CW2 30 shown View all streets

A500 1 Abbey Fields 1 Abbey Park Way 2 Abbotsbury Close 1 Acorn Bank Close 1 Acres Drive 1 Acton Road 1 Addison Close 1 Adlington Road 1 Ajmere Close 1 Albion Street 2 Aldersey Road 2 Aldford Close 1 Alfred Potts Way 2 Alton Street 14 Alvaston Walk 2 Ambleside Close 1 Amy Street 1 Apple Drive 1 Arderne Avenue 1 Argent Close 1 Arley Place 2 Arlington Close 1 Arron Close 2 Artle Road 1 Arundel Close 1 Ashbourne Drive 1 Ashcroft Avenue 2 Ashville Court 1 Atholl Avenue 1

Postcodes in CW2 50 shown View all postcodes

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