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Cross Heath

About

Cross Heath is a residential ward situated on the northern edge of Newcastle-under-Lyme. The area is primarily composed of housing estates, with a mix of property types from different periods. Local amenities are focused along the main routes, providing essential services for the community. The landscape is generally flat, with some green spaces interspersed throughout the neighbourhoods.

A notable local landmark is the former Heath House estate grounds, which contribute to the area's green character. The ward is bordered by the A519, a key road linking to the town centre and beyond. Residential streets are quiet, with the area functioning mainly as a suburb for Newcastle. It maintains a distinct identity separate from the more central wards of the borough.

Area overview

On average Cross Heath has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 104 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Cross Heath is £42,102 per year. There are 1 schools in Cross Heath: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Cross Heath is home to around 5,491 people, with a population density of about 3,892.1 per km2.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

104

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Cross Heath Population

5,491

Population density

3,892.1 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

47.53(+24%)

Anti-social behaviour

27.68(+144%)

Shoplifting

21.13(+141%)

Other theft

10.93(+91%)

Public order

10.93(+79%)

West Midlands average

Demographics

British

4,581

83.41%

Other White

246

4.48%

Indian

195

3.55%

Other Asian

1.62%

African

1.13%

Total population: 5,492

Economics

No qualifications

1,191

26.82%

Level 4 qualifications or above

991

22.32%

Level 3 (A level)

786

17.7%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

612

13.78%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

455

10.25%

Total 16+ residents: 4,440

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

597

24.96%

Other social rented

574

24%

Owns outright

543

22.7%

Social rents from council

309

12.92%

Private landlord or letting agency

262

10.95%

Total households: 2,392

Property prices in Cross Heath

Based on 55 recent sales, the median property price is £195,000 in Cross Heath area, with individual transactions ranging from £47,600 up to £319,950.

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 Cross Heath over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	14	£270,000	£171,075	£242,500	£308,272	£317,058
Semi-Detached	24	£198,750	£105,550	£170,050	£228,250	£240,000
Terraced	17	£150,000	£90,000	£128,000	£162,500	£194,000

10 years median price trend in Cross Heath

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

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

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