Helsby ward is located in Cheshire West and Chester, covering the village of Helsby and surrounding rural areas. The ward sits near the M56 motorway, providing easy access to Chester, Warrington, and Manchester. Helsby is known for its proximity to Helsby Hill, a popular spot for walking with views across the Cheshire Plain and Mersey Estuary. The area has a mix of residential housing, local shops, and schools, serving both commuters and long-term residents.
The ward includes parts of the Sandstone Ridge, a distinctive geological feature in Cheshire. Agriculture and light industry contribute to the local economy, alongside retail and services in the village centre. Public transport links connect Helsby to nearby towns, while the railway station offers direct services to Liverpool and Manchester. The ward maintains a balance between rural character and modern amenities, with community facilities including sports clubs and parks.
Area overview
On average Helsby has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 35 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Helsby is £49,800 per year. There are 3 schools in Helsby: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
35
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
4.7%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Helsby Population
5,273
Population density
961.9 per km²
Demographics
Ethnic groups
British
4,951
93.89%
Other White
99
1.88%
Irish
34
0.64%
White and Asian (mixed)
32
0.61%
Chinese
28
0.53%
Total population: 5,273
Religion
Christian
2,847
53.99%
No religion
2,036
38.61%
Not answered
306
5.8%
Muslim
37
0.7%
Buddhist
20
0.38%
Total population: 5,273
Education (age 16+)
Level 4 qualifications or above
1,808
40.56%
Level 3 (A level)
764
17.14%
No qualifications
606
13.59%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
584
13.1%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
347
7.78%
Total 16+ residents: 4,458
Economic activity (age 16+)
Employed
2,612
58.66%
Retired
1,292
29.01%
Student
157
3.53%
Looking after home or family
100
2.25%
Long-term sick or disabled
92
2.07%
Total 16+ residents: 4,453
Housing
Housing tenure
Owns outright
1,008
42.25%
Owns with a mortgage
828
34.7%
Private landlord or letting agency
266
11.15%
Other social rented
120
5.03%
Shared ownership
87
3.65%
Total households: 2,386
Housing type
Semi-detached
892
37.35%
Detached
819
34.3%
Terraced
426
17.84%
Purpose-built flat
196
8.21%
Caravan/temporary
34
1.42%
Total households: 2,388
Property prices in Helsby
Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £246,250 in Helsby area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £665,000.
Price distribution per property type (last
year)
Price distribution by property type for Helsby in the 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 Helsby over the last year.
Type
Sales
Median
5th percentile
25th percentile (Lower quartile)
75th percentile (Upper quartile)
95th percentile
Detached
33
£332,770
£207,200
£285,000
£420,000
£612,000
Flats
9
£90,000
£54,400
£68,000
£110,000
£125,200
Semi-Detached
21
£250,000
£132,000
£200,000
£265,000
£315,000
Terraced
25
£190,000
£143,800
£175,000
£240,000
£364,000
10 years median price trend
in Helsby
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Helsby.
