Postcode Analysis Cheshire West and Chester, North West

HOLLY DRIVE, CW7 1DZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLY DRIVE, CW7 1DZ.

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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 1DZ 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

Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 39, CW7 1DZ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £133k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

CW7 1DZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Holly Drive, 0.6km from Winsford in Winsford. Administratively it sits within Winsford Dene ward and the Eddisbury constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £133k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 1DZ 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 1DZ. 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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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 121,500

2 sales · Mean £ 121,500

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

CW7 1DZ has low crime rates — 42 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 offences109
Anti-social behaviour23
Public order19
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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Winsford High Street Community Primary School

Good545 pupils0.7 km
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St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good331 pupils0.7 km
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Over Hall Community School

Requires Improvement190 pupils0.7 km
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Darnhall Primary School

Good403 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 pupils0.9 km
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The Winsford Academy

Requires Improvement1048 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Greggs plc0.5 km
  • Ken's Convenience Store1.0 km
  • Pondas Chemist0.5 km
  • Stall 23 Fruit & Veg0.5 km
  • Cheshire sweeties0.8 km
  • + 17 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Ways Green Conservative Club0.6 km
  • Rifleman Inn0.7 km
  • George & Dragon Hotel0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Queens Arms0.4 km
  • Subway0.5 km
  • Al's Plaice0.6 km
  • Belly's0.6 km
  • Delamere Sandwich Shop0.9 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

19 nearby
  • Lucky House0.9 km
  • Pleasant Plaice0.9 km
  • Prime Fast Foods0.7 km
  • The Great Wall0.8 km
  • Winsford Kebab House0.9 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Asda Supermarket0.4 km
  • Farmfoods0.4 km
  • High street mini market0.8 km
  • Tesco1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

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

Bus Stops

  • Denesgate0.2 km
  • Queensway0.2 km
  • Queensway0.2 km
  • Townfields Crescent0.3 km
  • Townfields Crescent0.4 km