According to the United Kingdom Census 2011, it had a population of 495[1] and a total land area of 3,198 sq metres (m2) (thousands).

[8] There is one bus (X30) that runs through the parish Monday to Saturday and a further three others skirting Sutton Weaver.

The present bridge was constructed in 1926 and is a vital transport link across the River Weaver.

[10] The 90-year-old structure which carries an estimated 20,000 vehicles per day has been granted the go ahead for £4.5m upgrade.

Cheshire West And Chester Council (CWAC) is expected to pay the £3.5m with British Waterways to foot the remaining £1m.

It will remain open to pedestrians but the road will reduce to a single lane controlled by traffic lights.

[13] Sutton Weaver's Office for National Statistics Urban/Rural Category has been described as a hamlet or isolated settlement in inhabited countryside.

The associated barn and shippon, which date from the late 17th century, are listed Grade II.

[20] Sutton Weaver generally has quite a temperate climate, due to its proximity to the west coast and the Irish Sea.