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Rudheath West & Leftwich

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 56 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

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Rudheath West & Leftwich Population

9,474

Population density

3,593.1 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

34.3(-8%)

Anti-social behaviour

7.18(-60%)

Public order

5.81(-43%)

Criminal damage and arson

4.12(-54%)

Other theft

2.74(-58%)

North West average

Demographics

British

8,562

90.34%

Other White

440

4.64%

Other Asian

111

1.17%

Other

0.65%

Indian

0.55%

Total population: 9,478

Economics

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

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 115 recent sales, the median property price is £220,000 in Rudheath West & Leftwich area, with individual transactions ranging from £20,000 up to £650,000.

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 Rudheath West & Leftwich over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Terraced	35	£177,500	£128,500	£145,000	£202,500	£281,250
Semi-Detached	57	£220,000	£166,000	£187,000	£267,500	£308,400
Flats	1	£82,500	£82,500	£82,500	£82,500	£82,500
Detached	22	£377,000	£235,125	£332,625	£482,125	£617,500

10 years median price trend in Rudheath West & Leftwich

All postcodes in Rudheath West & Leftwich

CW97JG

East Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

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