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About

Cross Heath is a residential ward located in the northern part of Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is situated near the A34, providing easy access to the town centre and surrounding areas like Kidsgrove and Stoke-on-Trent.

The ward includes local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs. Cross Heath is bordered by areas like Knutton and Silverdale, with a community-focused atmosphere. Public transport links serve the area, connecting it to broader parts of the borough. The ward has a mix of green spaces and urban development, balancing residential living with practical convenience.

Area overview

On average Cross Heath has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 97 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 37.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cross Heath is £36,011 per year. There are 1 schools in Cross Heath: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

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

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

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 62 recent sales, the median property price is £198,750 in Cross Heath area, with individual transactions ranging from £47,600 up to £340,995.

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	16	£274,998	£181,625	£247,500	£315,125	£325,211
Semi-Detached	30	£198,750	£110,650	£163,350	£227,250	£242,750
Terraced	16	£149,000	£90,000	£126,000	£157,625	£197,500

10 years median price trend in Cross Heath

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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

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