CW2 5BJ is a sought-after residential area on Chestnut Avenue, 0.4km from Park Estate in Shavington. Administratively it sits within Shavington ward and the Crewe and Nantwich constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CW2, CW2 5BJ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £306k, up 67.8% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CW2 5BJ are sourced from Output Area E00093328 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHESTNUT AVENUE, CW2 5BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHESTNUT AVENUE, CW2 5BJ.
288
46
£ 45,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CW2 5BJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
CW2 5BJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £306k, 79% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 67.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CW2 5BJ. The average age is 46.1. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 202,000
18 sales · Mean £ 211,775
Detached
£ 370,000
6 sales · Mean £ 378,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
CW2 5BJ has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Shavington Primary School
Shavington Academy
The Berkeley Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Jack Mills Way Service Station0.8 km
- Nisa Local0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Hickory's Smokehouse Gresty Green1.0 km
- The Station Pilot0.8 km
- Shavington Social Club0.2 km
- The Vine Inn0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Costa0.8 km
- Playworld0.9 km
- Shavington Academy0.5 km
- Shavington Methodist Church0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Shavington Fish Bar0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Crewe2.6 km
- Nantwich4.9 km
- Sandbach9.9 km
Bus Stops
- Crewe Road0.1 km
- Woodnoth Drive0.2 km
- Woodnoth Drive0.2 km
- Dodds Bank0.2 km
- Brook Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CW25BJ · Data under Open Government Licence