Postcode Analysis Cheshire West and Chester, North West

ATHELBRAE CLOSE, CW8 1EA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ATHELBRAE CLOSE, CW8 1EA.

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Population

238

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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5/10
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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CW8 1EA's 61% ownership and 37-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

CW8 1EA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Athelbrae Close, 0.4km from Hartford Hill in Northwich. Administratively it sits within Hartford & Greenbank ward and the Weaver Vale constituency.

For families considering a move, CW8 1EA represents 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. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for CW8 1EA are sourced from Output Area E00094450 (shared with 6 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 CW8 1EA. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.3%
Asian / British Asian3.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 142,500

3 sales · Mean £ 143,333

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

Crime around CW8 1EA is moderate at 52 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 offences94
Public order30
Shoplifting30
Anti-social behaviour26
Criminal damage and arson15

school Local Schools

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Charles Darwin Community Primary School

Good346 pupils0.3 km
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Greenbank School

Outstanding108 pupils0.9 km
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St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

Good215 pupils0.9 km
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St Nicholas Catholic High School

Good1256 pupils0.9 km
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Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School

Requires Improvement280 pupils1.0 km
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Kingsmead Primary School

Outstanding320 pupils1.1 km
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Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School

Good346 pupils1.3 km
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Hartford Church of England High School

Good1056 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Yummy Heaven0.9 km
  • Holland & Barratt0.9 km
  • Northwich News0.8 km
  • Quality Save0.9 km
  • Simply Drinks0.4 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • C S Trading0.6 km
  • Blue Barrel Inn0.5 km
  • Castle Private Club0.2 km
  • The Salty Dog0.8 km
  • Clock Tower0.7 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • Abda0.9 km
  • Costa0.9 km
  • DSN0.3 km
  • The Bowling Green0.3 km
  • The Indian0.4 km
  • + 20 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Farmfoods0.7 km
  • Waitrose0.5 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Turners0.4 km
  • Zeera0.5 km
  • Caspian0.4 km
  • Happy House0.5 km
  • The chicken village0.4 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Greenbank1.0 km
  • Northwich1.7 km
  • Hartford2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Athelbrae Close0.0 km
  • Athelbrae Close0.1 km
  • Lee Drive0.3 km
  • Lee Drive0.3 km
  • Bowling Green Inn0.3 km