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Cranage & Goostrey

About

Cranage and Goostrey are neighbouring villages in Cheshire East, located near the border with Staffordshire. The area is characterised by a mix of farmland, woodland, and residential properties, offering a semi-rural setting. Cranage is known for its business park, which includes retail and industrial units, while Goostrey retains a more traditional village atmosphere with local shops and a primary school. Both villages are within easy reach of larger towns like Holmes Chapel and Middlewich.

The surrounding landscape includes the Dane Valley, providing walking routes and scenic views. Goostrey is home to Jodrell Bank Observatory, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting visitors interested in astronomy. Transport links include the A50 and A535 roads, with rail connections available from nearby Holmes Chapel station. The area has a mix of older cottages and newer housing developments, catering to families and commuters working in Cheshire or Greater Manchester.

Area overview

On average Cranage & Goostrey has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 20 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cranage & Goostrey is £49,100 per year. There are 4 schools in Cranage & Goostrey: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
20
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
7%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Cranage & Goostrey

Based on 153 recent sales, the median property price is £400,000 in Cranage & Goostrey area, with individual transactions ranging from £20,000 up to £1,265,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £436,000; semi-detached at £316,000; terraced at £247,500; flats at £605,000.

10 years price trend in Cranage & Goostrey

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.