Postcode Analysis Cheshire West and Chester, North West

CW7 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CW7 1BS.

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Population

391

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 34,100 /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: CW7 1BS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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7/10
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7/10
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10/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CW7 1BS's 71% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

CW7 1BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Winsford in Winsford. Administratively it sits within Winsford Dene ward and the Eddisbury constituency.

For families considering a move, CW7 1BS represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for CW7 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00094561 (shared with 10 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 CW7 1BS. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

CW7 1BS has low crime rates — 37 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.

Violence and sexual offences101
Anti-social behaviour20
Public order16
Shoplifting14
Criminal damage and arson12

school Local Schools

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St. Chad's Church of England Primary and Nursery School

Good226 pupils0.6 km
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St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good331 pupils0.6 km
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Winsford High Street Community Primary School

Good545 pupils0.6 km
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Over Hall Community School

Requires Improvement190 pupils0.7 km
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Over St John's CofE Primary School

Good134 pupils0.8 km
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Grange Community Nursery and Primary School

Inadequate161 pupils0.8 km
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Darnhall Primary School

Good403 pupils0.8 km
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The Winsford Academy

Requires Improvement1048 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Greggs plc0.5 km
  • McColls1.0 km
  • Pondas Chemist0.5 km
  • Stall 23 Fruit & Veg0.4 km
  • Cheshire sweeties0.8 km
  • + 16 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Ways Green Conservative Club0.6 km
  • Rifleman Inn0.7 km
  • George & Dragon Hotel0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Queens Arms0.3 km
  • Subway0.5 km
  • Al's Plaice0.6 km
  • Belly's0.6 km
  • Delamere Sandwich Shop0.8 km
  • + 11 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Lucky House0.9 km
  • Pleasant Plaice0.9 km
  • Prime Fast Foods0.6 km
  • The Great Wall0.8 km
  • Winsford Kebab House0.8 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Asda Supermarket0.4 km
  • Farmfoods0.3 km
  • High street mini market0.8 km
  • Tesco0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Winsford2.5 km
  • Hartford6.2 km
  • Greenbank7.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Queensway0.2 km
  • Queensway0.2 km
  • Denesgate0.2 km
  • Well Street0.4 km
  • Police Station0.4 km