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Location in WarwickshireBearley Cross sits where the marker shows within the county.

4,673
Population
2,771
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£60,736
Avg. household income
623
Businesses
71
People per km²
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About Bearley Cross

Bearley Cross is a small settlement in Warwickshire, England, located within the B95 postcode area. It lies just off the A429, a major road connecting Stratford-upon-Avon to the west and the M40 motorway to the east. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered farmsteads surrounding the village. The name Bearley Cross suggests a historical crossroads, likely where local paths and tracks once met. There are a few residential properties and a small number of businesses, including a village shop and a pub, which serve the local community. The landscape is typical of the English countryside, with rolling hills and hedgerows. The village is close to the River Avon, offering opportunities for walking and fishing. Bearley Cross is part of the civil parish of Bearley, and the area has a quiet, settled atmosphere, with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Bearley Cross

There are 32 schools in and around Bearley Cross. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bearley Cross

The average property price is £564K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £861K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bearley Cross

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Public order is prevalent across Bearley Cross, with 4 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bearley Cross

Bearley Cross sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Property Prices 909 sales

Average Price £564K
£25K , £3.85M
Detached £861K 254
Semi £417K 214
Terraced £380K 213
Flat £240K 130

Household Income in Bearley Cross ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bearley Cross is approximately £60,736 a year before tax, 10% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,903. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bearley Cross £60,736
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £44,903.

Businesses in Bearley Cross ONS 2025

There are approximately 623 active businesses based in Bearley Cross, around 133 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

623 Total businesses
133 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bearley Cross IMD 2025

Bearley Cross 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 13%
Working age 54%
Older 65+ 33%
612 Children (0-15) 13%
2,514 Working Age 54%
1,551 Older (65+) 33%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.7% 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 Bearley Cross 19 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Bearley Cross sit broadly in line with national averages for a village of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 8
Public Order 4
Anti-Social Behaviour 3
Criminal Damage & Arson 2
Other Theft 1
Vehicle Crime 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Wilmcote Train Station 1.4 miles
Wootton Wawen Train Station 2 miles
Henley-In-Arden Train Station 3.5 miles
Claverdon Train Station 3.6 miles
Stratford-Upon-Avon Train Station 3.8 miles
Hatton Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Local Government

District Stratford-on-Avon
County Warwickshire
Ward Henley-in-Arden
Constituency Stratford-on-Avon
Parish Henley-in-Arden
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Bearley Cross

Of the 2,294 households in and around Bearley Cross, 73% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 73% Social rented 12% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bearley Cross.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bearley Cross

What is the population of Bearley Cross?
Bearley Cross has a population of approximately 4,673 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bearley Cross?
The average property in and around Bearley Cross sold for about £563,884, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 62% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bearley Cross a deprived area?
Bearley Cross sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bearley Cross?
Bearley Cross is covered by the B95 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bearley Cross?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bearley Cross, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bearley Cross?
The nearest railway station to Bearley Cross is Wilmcote Train Station, about 1.4 miles away.