Biddulph vs Cheadle (Staffordshire Moorlands)
Which is better to live in? Distance: 11.8 miles apart.
The verdict
Biddulph is the more affordable option, with average house prices around 7% lower. Biddulph has the lower crime rate of the two. For families, Biddulph edges ahead on school quality.
Avg House Price
Biddulph
£216,454
Cheadle (Staffordshire Moorlands)
£232,024
Crime Rate
Biddulph
55.5
Cheadle (Staffordshire Moorlands)
55.6
Top-Two School Inspection Bands
Biddulph
100.0%
Cheadle (Staffordshire Moorlands)
100.0%
Avg Download Speed
Biddulph
353.2
Cheadle (Staffordshire Moorlands)
218.9
EPC Rating
Biddulph
69
Cheadle (Staffordshire Moorlands)
70.5
Median Income
Biddulph
£28,469
Cheadle (Staffordshire Moorlands)
£32,124
House Prices (2025)
Most affordable in West MidlandsProperty in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands) commands an average of £232,024, compared with £216,454 in Biddulph – a difference of 7%. The most affordable entry point in Biddulph is a terraced at £157,120, while in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands) it is a flat at £100,524.
Average Price by Property Type (2025)
Biggest gap: flat homes are 84% pricier in Biddulph (£185,064 vs £100,524).
Price Trend (11 Years)
Over the last 9 years, Biddulph prices grew faster — 33% vs 26%.
Crime & Safety
Safest in West MidlandsBiddulph has a crime rate of 55.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 0% lower than Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands) at 55.6 per 1,000. The most common crime category in Biddulph is violent-crime, while in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands) it is violent-crime.
Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)
Both towns share the same top crime category: violent crime.
Schools & Education
Best for schools in West MidlandsFamilies may prefer Biddulph, where 100% of schools are in the top two inspection bands versus 100% in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands). There are 8 schools in Biddulph and 5 in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands).
Biddulph School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 8 schools (5 primary, 3 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
Cheadle (Staffordshire Moorlands) School Inspection Breakdown
100% of 5 schools (3 primary, 2 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.
| Metric | Biddulph | Cheadle (Staffordshire Moorlands) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Schools | 8 | 5 |
| Primary | 5 | 3 |
| Secondary | 3 | 2 |
| % Top two bands | 100% | 100% |
Broadband & Connectivity
Average broadband speeds are 353.2 Mbps in Biddulph and 218.9 Mbps in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands). Superfast coverage (30 Mbps+) reaches 96.3% of premises in Biddulph and 81.1% in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands). Gigabit availability stands at 63.1% in Biddulph and 36.1% in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands).
Biddulph is the faster of the two by 61% on average download speed (353 vs 219 Mbps).
Energy Efficiency & Running Costs
Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands) leads on energy efficiency with an average EPC score of 70.5 (C), while Biddulph averages 69 (C). Estimated annual energy costs average £1,270 in Biddulph and £1,242 in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands). 59.5% of homes in Biddulph have an EPC rating of C or above, compared to 62.1% in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands).
Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands) has more energy-efficient housing — 62.1% reach band C or above, vs 59.5% in the other.
Demographics & Economy
Median household income is £32,124.3 in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands) and £28,469 in Biddulph. The median age is 44.8 in Biddulph and 45.9 in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands). Owner-occupancy is 67.5% in Biddulph versus 71.7% in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands). Employment rates stand at 55.2% in Biddulph and 57.5% in Cheadle (staffordshire Moorlands).
| Indicator | Biddulph | Cheadle (Staffordshire Moorlands) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,490 | 11,403 |
| Median Age | 44.8 | 45.9 |
| Median Household Income | £28,469 | £32,124.3 |
| Employment Rate | 55.2% | 57.5% |
| Owner Occupied | 67.5% | 71.7% |
| Degree-Level Qualified | 25.1% | 30.7% |
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