Postcode Analysis Cheshire East, North West

LOVE LANE, CW5 5BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOVE LANE, CW5 5BH.

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Population

276

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 41,600 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CW5 5BH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

CW5 5BH is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 39.3% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CW5 5BH is a mixed residential area on Love Lane, 0.4km from Wyche House Bank in Nantwich. Administratively it sits within Nantwich South and Stapeley ward and the Crewe and Nantwich constituency.

For families considering a move, CW5 5BH represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 104 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £161k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 39.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CW5 5BH are sourced from Output Area E00093372 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CW5 5BH. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 119,500

4 sales · Mean £ 116,000

Semi-Detached

£ 201,000

1 sales · Mean £ 201,000

Terraced

£ 200,000

1 sales · Mean £ 200,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around CW5 5BH is above average at 104 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences186
Public order43
Anti-social behaviour34
Drugs30
Shoplifting30

school Local Schools

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Nantwich Primary Academy

Good176 pupils0.5 km
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Millfields Primary School and Nursery

Good231 pupils0.6 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Good200 pupils0.6 km
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Malbank School and Sixth Form College

Good1145 pupils0.9 km
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Weaver Primary School

Good208 pupils1.0 km
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Highfields Academy

Good239 pupils1.1 km
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Brine Leas School

Good1414 pupils1.1 km
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Pear Tree Primary School

Good218 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Fruitition0.1 km
  • Real Raw Milk0.3 km
  • Welch's Eggs0.3 km
  • B&M Bargains0.3 km
  • Boots0.3 km
  • + 12 more
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Bowling Green0.3 km
  • Malbank Hotel0.3 km
  • The Rifleman0.8 km
  • Boot and Shoe Inn0.2 km
  • Civic Hall0.3 km
  • + 8 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

41 nearby
  • Aroma Cafe Bar0.1 km
  • Caffe Nero0.2 km
  • CW5 Burger0.3 km
  • Ginger & Pickles0.1 km
  • Kennedys American Diner0.3 km
  • + 36 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Basmati0.2 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.4 km
  • The Market Plaice0.3 km
  • CHOP SUEY HOUSE0.2 km
  • Coco's0.2 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.2 km
  • Morrisons0.2 km
  • Marks and Spencer Simply Food0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Nantwich0.3 km
  • Crewe6.5 km
  • Wrenbury7.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Railway Station0.1 km
  • Railway Station0.2 km
  • Nantwich Rail Station0.3 km
  • Water Lode0.3 km
  • Frog & Ferret0.3 km