About Cross Heath

Cross Heath is a suburb located in Staffordshire, England, within the postcode area ST5. It is situated to the north of Newcastle-under-Lyme and offers a mix of residential areas and local amenities. The suburb is primarily residential, with a variety of housing options catering to different needs. In terms of facilities, Cross Heath has several shops, schools, and parks that serve the local community. The area is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, while the proximity to Newcastle-under-Lyme provides additional options for shopping and dining.

School Ratings in Cross Heath

Cross Heath is served by 171 schools. Oaklands Nursery School and Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cross Heath

Property prices average £199K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £173K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cross Heath

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Cross Heath, with 116 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cross Heath

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cross Heath 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 Cross Heath

Most properties in Cross Heath 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 12,043 sales

Average Price £199K
£660 — £22.5M
Detached £308K 2,653
Semi £173K 4,449
Terraced £124K 3,242
Flat £88K 1,183

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

95 Primary
21 Secondary
55 Other
Hempstalls Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Merryfields School 0.3 miles The Orme Academy Secondary Good 0.4 miles St John Fisher Catholic College Secondary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group 16 plus Outstanding 0.7 miles St Margaret's CofE (VC) Junior School Primary Good 0.7 miles Cedars - Newcastle, Moorlands and Darwin Bases Good 0.8 miles Newcastle-under-Lyme Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles May Bank Infants' School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Wulstan's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.8 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Demetae Academy Good 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cross Heath IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cross Heath 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
15,587 Children (0-15) 16%
59,930 Working Age 63%
25,259 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.7% 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 Cross Heath 553 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Cross Heath experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

183 Violence & Sexual Offences
116 Anti-Social Behaviour
55 Public Order
38 Criminal Damage & Arson
34 Shoplifting
33 Other Theft
23 Burglary
19 Vehicle Crime
17 Drugs
16 Other Crime
7 Weapons
6 Robbery
4 Theft from Person
2 Bicycle Theft
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

Longport Train Station 1.4 miles
Kidsgrove Train Station 4.4 miles
Longton Train Station 4.6 miles
Alsager Train Station 5.5 miles
Wedgwood Train Station 5.6 miles
Barlaston Train Station 6.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

May Bank 0.6 miles Knutton 0.6 miles Dimsdale 0.6 miles The Brampton 0.6 miles Broad Meadow 0.9 miles Basford 0.9 miles Newcastle-under-Lyme 0.9 miles Wolstanton 0.9 miles Porthill 0.9 miles Etruria 1.2 miles Bradwell 1.2 miles Chesterton 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Newcastle-under-Lyme
County Staffordshire
Ward Wolstanton
Constituency Newcastle-under-Lyme
Parish Newcastle-under-Lyme, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in ST5 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Street 2 Abbots Way 6 Acacia Avenue 1 Acacia Grove 1 Acton Road 6 Adams Street 1 Agger Hill 2 Albany Road 2 Albermarle Road 4 Albert Street 5 Albert Terrace 3 Aldeburgh Drive 1 Alder Grove 1 Alderney Close 1 Alexandra Road 2 Allensway 1 Allman Row 1 Allthorpe Place 1 Almond Place 1 Alton Close 1 Anchor Close 1 Apedale Road 1 Applecroft 1 Appleton Drive 1 Archer Grove 1 Arlington Court 1 Arnold Grove 3 Arthur Street 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Way 1

Postcodes in ST5 50 shown View all postcodes

ST5 0AA ST5 0AB ST5 0AD ST5 0AE ST5 0AF ST5 0AG ST5 0AH ST5 0AJ ST5 0AL ST5 0AP ST5 0AQ ST5 0AR ST5 0AS ST5 0AY ST5 0BA ST5 0BE ST5 0BG ST5 0BH ST5 0BJ ST5 0BL ST5 0BN ST5 0BP ST5 0BQ ST5 0BS ST5 0BT ST5 0BU ST5 0BW ST5 0BX ST5 0BY ST5 0BZ ST5 0DA ST5 0DB ST5 0DD ST5 0DE ST5 0DF ST5 0DG ST5 0DH ST5 0DJ ST5 0DL ST5 0DN ST5 0DP ST5 0DQ ST5 0DR ST5 0DS ST5 0DT ST5 0DU ST5 0DW ST5 0DX ST5 0DY ST5 0DZ