How good are the schools in Little Sutton?

100% of schools in Little Sutton are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. There are 1 Outstanding and 3 Good-rated schools in the area.

Is Little Sutton a good place to live?

Little Sutton is located in Cheshire West and Chester, North West England, England, with a population of 7,842. It has an overall liveability score of {{SCORE_OVERALL}}/10 on TownData.co.uk, based on schools, safety, transport, broadband and green space.

Little Sutton, Cheshire West and Chester — House Prices, Schools, Crime & Local Data

Little Sutton is a pleasant residential village on the Wirral Peninsula, sitting between Great Sutton and Capenhurst, that has retained a more village-like character than its larger industrial neighbour Ellesmere Port despite being effectively part of the same built-up area. With a population of around 7,842, Little Sutton offers a quieter, more settled residential atmosphere while still benefiting from easy access to the area's shops, schools and transport links.

The village has its own railway station providing regular services towards Chester, making it a popular choice for commuters who want the affordability of the Ellesmere Port area combined with a slightly more peaceful setting. Local schools have a good reputation, and the surrounding green spaces and proximity to open Cheshire countryside add to the appeal for families.

Little Sutton benefits from the same excellent road connectivity as the wider area, with the M53 motorway giving quick access to Birkenhead, Liverpool and beyond via the Mersey tunnels. House prices average £212,000, slightly above the Ellesmere Port average, reflecting the village's more sought-after residential character.

Data last updated: June 2026 · Sources: ONS, Land Registry, Ofsted, Police.uk, Ofcom, NHS Digital

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Housing & Property Prices

HM Land Registry

Average Price

£212,000

All property types

Detached

£322,000

Average sold price

Semi-detached

£195,000

Average sold price

Terraced

£158,000

Average sold price

Flat / Maisonette

£118,000

Average sold price

Annual Change

+3.6%

vs previous year

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Schools & Ofsted Ratings

Ofsted

Outstanding

schools

Good

schools

Requires Improvement

schools

Inadequate

schools

Whitby Heath Primary School
Primary · Community · Capenhurst Lane, Little Sutton
Outstanding
St Bernard's Catholic Primary School
Primary · Catholic · Bridle Road, Little Sutton
Good

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Crime Statistics

Police.uk

Crime Rate

per 1,000 residents

vs National Avg

Well below average

England & Wales

Most Common

Anti-social behaviour

crime category

Anti-social behaviour

148

Violence & sexual

122

Burglary

Vehicle crime

Shoplifting

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Broadband & Connectivity

Ofcom

Average Download

74 Mbps

median speed

Superfast Coverage

90%

30 Mbps+

Ultrafast Coverage

62%

100 Mbps+

Full Fibre (FTTP)

38%

premises

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Health & NHS Access

NHS Digital

Nearest GP Surgery

Little Sutton Surgery

0.3 miles away

NHS Trust

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS FT

responsible trust

Nearest Hospital

Countess of Chester Hospital

10.2 miles

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Environment & Green Space

DEFRA / ONS

Air Quality Index

Good

annual average

Green Space

48%

of local area

Flood Risk

Low

Environment Agency

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Transport & Connectivity

DfT / National Rail

Nearest Station

Little Sutton Railway Station

0.2 miles

To London

2h 55m (via Chester)

approx by rail

Nearest Motorway

M53

1.8 miles

Nearest Airport

Liverpool John Lennon

12.4 miles

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Little Sutton at a Glance — Area Scorecard

TownData.co.uk

Overall

8.0

Very Good

Family Life

8.0

Very Good

Schools

8.0

Very Good

Transport

7.0

Very Good

Nightlife

4.0

Poor

Value for Money

8.0

Very Good

Safety

9.0

Excellent

Green Space

8.0

Very Good

Scores calculated from official data sources including ONS, Police.uk, Ofsted and Ofcom. Rated out of 10.

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Who is Little Sutton Good For?

TownData.co.uk

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Families

✅ Great for families

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Commuters

⚡ Limited transport options

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Students

❌ Limited student life

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Retirees

✅ Peaceful & well-served

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Young Professionals

❌ Limited for young pros

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First-Time Buyers

✅ Affordable area

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Outdoor Lovers

✅ Excellent green space

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Nightlife Seekers

❌ Better options elsewhere

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Things to Do & Local Attractions

VisitBritain

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Little Sutton Railway Station
A well-used local station providing regular services towards Chester and connections into the wider Merseyrail and National Rail network — a key reason for the village's popularity with commuters.
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Local Green Spaces
Little Sutton benefits from several local parks and green spaces, giving the village a more open, less built-up feel than the surrounding industrial areas.
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Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet
One of Europe's largest outlet shopping centres lies just a short drive away in neighbouring Ellesmere Port.
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National Waterways Museum
The excellent canal heritage museum at Ellesmere Port docks is a short drive or train ride away, offering a fascinating day out exploring Britain's canal history.
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Wirral Countryside
Little Sutton's position gives easy access to the more rural parts of the Wirral Peninsula, including the Wirral Way footpath and the coastline around Parkgate and Neston.

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Nearby Towns & Villages

ONS / Ordnance Survey

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Weather & Climate

Met Office

Jan

5°C

Feb

5°C

Mar

8°C

Apr

10°C

May

13°C

Jun

16°C

Jul

18°C

Aug

18°C

Sep

15°C

Oct

11°C

Nov

7°C

Dec

5°C

Annual Rainfall

750mm

mm per year

Sunshine Hours

1470 hrs

per year

Warmest Month

July/Aug

avg high 20°C

Coldest Month

January

avg low 2°C

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Little Sutton a nice place to live?

Little Sutton is a settlement in Cheshire West and Chester. It has 100% of schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, average house prices of £212,000, and crime that is well below average the national average. Use the sections above to explore the full data profile.

What is the average house price in Little Sutton?

The average house price in Little Sutton is £212,000 according to HM Land Registry. This covers all property types. See the housing section above for a full breakdown by property type and annual price change.

Is Little Sutton safe to live in?

Little Sutton's crime rate is well below average the national average. See the crime section above for a full breakdown by category.

What are the schools like in Little Sutton?

100% of schools in Little Sutton are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. See the schools section above for a full list with individual Ofsted ratings.

How fast is broadband in Little Sutton?

Average broadband download speeds in Little Sutton are 74 Mbps according to Ofcom. See the broadband section above for superfast and full-fibre coverage figures.

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