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About

Churnet ward is located in the Staffordshire Moorlands district, covering a mix of rural and semi-urban areas. The ward includes parts of the Churnet Valley, known for its scenic landscapes and woodland. Key settlements include Cheddleton, with its historic mill and railway heritage, and Leekbrook, a smaller village with residential and industrial areas. The ward is bordered by the River Churnet, which influences its geography and local ecosystems.

The area has a mix of agricultural land, small businesses, and residential communities. Transport links include the A520 road and the Churnet Valley Railway, a heritage line popular with tourists. The ward also features walking trails and outdoor recreation spots, such as Consall Nature Park. Local services are concentrated in the larger villages, while smaller hamlets retain a quieter, rural character. The ward’s economy combines traditional industries with tourism, reflecting its natural and historical assets.

Area overview

On average Churnet has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Churnet is £40,900 per year. There are 4 schools in Churnet: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Churnet Population

3,192

Population density

100.2 per km²

Demographics

British

3,114

97.53%

Other White

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.38%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.16%

Other Asian

0.16%

Total population: 3,193

Housing

Owns outright

672

47.12%

Owns with a mortgage

461

32.33%

Private landlord or letting agency

123

8.63%

Other social rented

100

7.01%

Other forms of private rent

2.45%

Total households: 1,426

Property prices in Churnet

Based on 29 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Churnet area, with individual transactions ranging from £118,000 up to £625,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Churnet over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	9	£362,000	£226,000	£287,500	£515,000	£585,000
Semi-Detached	12	£207,500	£175,825	£183,750	£235,625	£352,950
Terraced	8	£237,500	£139,700	£198,750	£263,125	£334,550

10 years median price trend in Churnet

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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