CW12 1EF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Banky Fields in Congleton. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Congleton West ward and the Congleton constituency.
This is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for CW12 1EF are sourced from Output Area E00092894 (shared with 242 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CW12 1EF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CW12 1EF.
228
52
£ 47,200 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CW12 1EF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CW12 1EF. The average age is 52.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CW12 1EF has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School
The Quinta Primary School
Marlfields Primary School
Congleton High School
Black Firs Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Orange Tree Congleton0.5 km
- Rams Head0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- KingfishR1.0 km
- No 15 Bar & Grill0.9 km
- Amans0.5 km
- GG's0.6 km
- Go Banana's0.1 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco Superstore0.8 km
- Iceland Foods0.5 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- 21 Fish and Chips1.0 km
- Beartown Spices0.9 km
- New Ruby0.9 km
- Subway0.5 km
- SIF Sweet Treats1.0 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Bonds Bakery0.9 km
- Bargain Booze0.5 km
- Egerton-Brooks Family Butcher Ltd0.6 km
- Shell Congleton0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Lion & Swan Hotel0.9 km
- Alexandra Court Hotel0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Congleton2.6 km
- Holmes Chapel8.9 km
- Goostrey9.0 km
Bus Stops
- Waggon & Horses0.3 km
- Waggon & Horses0.3 km
- Holmes Chapel Road0.3 km
- Sandbach Road0.3 km
- Sandbach Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CW121EF · Data under Open Government Licence