CW12 is a postcode district in Cheshire East, North West, covering 1002 active and 373 retired postcodes.
The largest share of CW12 (10%) is characterised by a peaceful rural village — low traffic, high green space, tight community, alongside a quiet, leafy suburb popular with retirees in large detached homes (9%). This mix of 7 distinct neighbourhood types makes CW12 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in CW12 are around £249k, down 15.2% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across CW12 is moderate at 104 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. An average age of 46 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full CW12 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
CW12 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the CW12 postcode area.
33,288
46
£ 44,457 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
CW12 is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 15.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Buglawton Primary School
Havannah Primary School
Brierley Primary School
Beechwood Primary School and Nursery
Congleton High School
Eaton Bank Academy
The Quinta Primary School
Marlfields Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
28 nearby- Bargain Booze
- Astbury Watersports Centre
- Auntie Jill's Pie & Sandwich Shop
- B & M Retail Ltd
- Bonds Bakery
- + 23 more
Pub, NightClub
29 nearby- Antelope
- Astbury Golf Club Ltd
- Bear Town Tap
- Church House Inn
- Coach & Horses
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
44 nearby- Bangkok Street Grill Ltd
- Kingston Town Jamaican Grill
- Mexican Wrapsody
- Amans
- Astbury Meadow Garden Centre
- + 39 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Food
- Morrisons
- Morrisons Daily
- Tesco Express
- Tesco Superstore
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Alexandra Court Hotel
- Ladderstile Retreat
- Lion & Swan Hotel
- Sandhole Oak Barn Farm
Takeaway Shop
29 nearby- 21 Fish and Chips
- Beartown Spices
- Beijing City
- Boteco Brazilian Street Food
- Burgerittos XL
- + 24 more
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