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Rudheath West & Leftwich

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About

Rudheath West & Leftwich is a residential area situated north of Northwich town centre, primarily composed of housing estates and local amenities. The landscape is characterised by a mix of post-war and more modern suburban homes, with several primary schools and community facilities serving the neighbourhood. The area is bordered by the River Weaver to the east, providing a distinct natural boundary and influencing the local geography.

A notable aspect is the presence of the Leftwich Viaduct, a significant local landmark that carries road traffic high above the valley. The area offers practical green spaces like playing fields and the proximity to the river and the Trent & Mersey Canal for local recreation. It functions as a settled residential district with straightforward connections to Northwich for broader services and employment.

Area overview

On average Rudheath West & Leftwich has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Rudheath West & Leftwich is £45,025 per year. There are 3 schools in Rudheath West & Leftwich: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). Rudheath West & Leftwich is home to around 9,474 people, with a population density of about 3,593.1 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
57
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
23.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Rudheath West & Leftwich Population
9,474
Population density
3,593.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
34.94(-6%)
Anti-social behaviour
8.13(-56%)
Public order
5.59(-45%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.69(-59%)
Other theft
3.59(-46%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,562
90.34%
Other White
440
4.64%
Other Asian
111
1.17%
Other
62
0.65%
Indian
52
0.55%
Total population: 9,478

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,810
23.58%
No qualifications
1,771
23.07%
Level 3 (A level)
1,362
17.74%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,110
14.46%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
964
12.56%
Total 16+ residents: 7,676

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,245
30.48%
Owns with a mortgage
1,227
30.04%
Private landlord or letting agency
501
12.26%
Social rents from council
487
11.92%
Other social rented
461
11.29%
Total households: 4,085

Property prices in Rudheath West & Leftwich

Based on 118 recent sales, the median property price is £222,325 in Rudheath West & Leftwich area, with individual transactions ranging from £20,000 up to £650,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Rudheath West & Leftwich 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 Rudheath West & Leftwich over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£379,000
Semi-Detached65£225,000
Terraced32£160,000

10 years median price trend in Rudheath West & Leftwich

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Rudheath West & Leftwich.

All postcodes in Rudheath West & Leftwich

CW97LF

Griffiths Drive

Data Sources

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