Checkley ward is located in the Staffordshire Moorlands district, covering several villages including Checkley, Tean, and Draycott in the Moors. The area is predominantly rural, with farmland and open countryside shaping much of the landscape. The ward is situated near the border with Stoke-on-Trent, providing a mix of rural and semi-urban influences. Local amenities include schools, pubs, and small businesses serving the community.
The ward has good transport links, with the A522 road connecting it to nearby towns like Cheadle and Uttoxeter. The Churnet Valley Railway, a heritage line, runs through the area, offering scenic trips. Checkley ward also features historic landmarks such as the 12th-century St. Mary and All Saints' Church. The surrounding countryside provides walking and cycling routes, including sections of the Staffordshire Way. The area maintains a quiet, residential character while remaining accessible to larger towns.
On average Checkley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Checkley is £44,565 per year. There are 4 schools in Checkley: 3 primary (2 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Checkley area, with individual transactions ranging from £68,950 up to £500,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 23 | £371,000 |
| Flats | 6 | £98,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 29 | £235,000 |
| Terraced | 9 | £139,000 |
10 years price trend in Checkley
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Firbob Lane
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Mill Lane
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Teanhurst Close
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Chestnut Close
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Sandon Road
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Cheadle South & Upper Tean
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Garden Village
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School Bank
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St Thomas's Road
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Great Wood Road
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Draycott Old Road
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New Road
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Cheadle Road
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Broomfields Close
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Church Lane
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Hawthorne Close
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Uttoxeter Road
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Cheadle Road
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New Road
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Uttoxeter Road
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Hollington Road
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Hall Yard
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Furlong Drive
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St Mary's Close
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Old Lane
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Cavendish Road
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Cheadle South & Upper Tean
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Cheadle South & Upper Tean
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Meadow Way
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Ashleigh Road
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Gorsty Hill Road
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Doval Gardens
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Hall Yard
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Breach Lane
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Green Park
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Church Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.