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About

Rudheath is a ward located in Cheshire West and Chester, situated near the town of Northwich. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, semis, and terraced properties. It is bordered by the River Weaver to the east and has good transport links, including the A556 and A559 roads. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The ward features green spaces such as Rudheath Playing Fields, which provide recreational opportunities for residents. The nearby Anderton Boat Lift and Marbury Country Park offer additional outdoor activities. Rudheath has a community-focused atmosphere, with events often held at the local community centre. The area is known for its quiet, suburban character while remaining close to larger towns for work and leisure.

Area overview

On average Rudheath has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 66 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rudheath is £42,470 per year. There are 2 schools in Rudheath: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Rudheath Population

5,673

Population density

1,997.8 per km²

Demographics

British

5,241

92.32%

Other White

174

3.06%

Indian

1.04%

Other Asian

0.62%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.41%

Total population: 5,677

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

862

34.7%

Owns outright

822

33.09%

Social rents from council

246

9.9%

Other social rented

228

9.18%

Private landlord or letting agency

222

8.94%

Total households: 2,484

Property prices in Rudheath

Based on 81 recent sales, the median property price is £232,500 in Rudheath area, with individual transactions ranging from £20,000 up to £425,000.

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 over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	20	£318,750	£221,875	£294,000	£350,000	£420,250
Flats	1	£74,000	£74,000	£74,000	£74,000	£74,000
Semi-Detached	46	£225,750	£161,750	£200,000	£255,000	£303,750
Terraced	14	£160,500	£134,663	£150,875	£208,750	£278,050

10 years median price trend in Rudheath

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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