CW8 1BJ is a safe, established residential area on Weaver Road, 0.2km from Hartford Hill in Northwich. Administratively it sits within Northwich Winnington & Castle ward and the Weaver Vale constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 45) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £128k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for CW8 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00094448 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEAVER ROAD, CW8 1BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEAVER ROAD, CW8 1BJ.
271
45
£ 40,300 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CW8 1BJ 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
CW8 1BJ is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CW8 1BJ. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 111,000
6 sales · Mean £ 111,250
Semi-Detached
£ 130,000
3 sales · Mean £ 120,400
Detached
£ 100,000
1 sales · Mean £ 100,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CW8 1BJ is moderate at 50 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.
school Local Schools
Charles Darwin Community Primary School
Greenbank School
St Nicholas Catholic High School
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School
Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School
Kingsmead Primary School
Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School
Hartford Church of England High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Northwich News0.7 km
- Quality Save0.9 km
- Simply Drinks0.3 km
- Williamsons Bakery0.3 km
- B and M Retail Ltd0.9 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Blue Barrel Inn0.4 km
- Castle Private Club0.1 km
- The Salty Dog0.7 km
- The Bull Ring0.6 km
- The SalthouseNW0.5 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Board Beans1.0 km
- Charlies Cafe1.0 km
- Geek Retreat0.9 km
- K2H Creative Indian Kitchen0.7 km
- McDonalds Restaurant0.7 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Waitrose0.5 km
- Tesco0.3 km
- Farmfoods0.6 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Don Perfetto1.0 km
- Happy House0.5 km
- Lucky Pete's0.9 km
- Subway0.9 km
- The chicken village0.2 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Greenbank1.0 km
- Northwich1.6 km
- Hartford2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Athelbrae Close0.1 km
- Athelbrae Close0.1 km
- Beeston Street0.2 km
- Castle Court0.3 km
- Lee Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CW81BJ · Data under Open Government Licence