Postcode Analysis Cheshire West and Chester, North West

OLDHAMS HILL, CW8 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLDHAMS HILL, CW8 1AJ.

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Population

326

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 42,300 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CW8 1AJ 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.

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1/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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5/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 52, CW8 1AJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £125k.

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

CW8 1AJ is an active urban area on Oldhams Hill, 0.3km from Castle Hill in Northwich. Administratively it sits within Northwich Winnington & Castle ward and the Weaver Vale constituency.

For families considering a move, CW8 1AJ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are high (198 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for CW8 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00094456 (shared with 21 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 1AJ. The average age is 52.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 125,000

1 sales · Mean £ 125,000

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

Crime rates near CW8 1AJ are high at 198 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 offences95
Anti-social behaviour84
Shoplifting64
Public order46
Other theft18

school Local Schools

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Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School

Requires Improvement280 pupils0.8 km
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Charles Darwin Community Primary School

Good346 pupils1.0 km
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Victoria Road Primary School

Requires Improvement149 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Lodge0.9 km
  • Blue Barrel Inn0.8 km
  • Castle Private Club0.8 km
  • The Salty Dog0.2 km
  • Winnington Park Recreation Club1.0 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Northwich News0.3 km
  • Quality Save0.3 km
  • Simply Drinks0.8 km
  • Snax 240.7 km
  • Winnington Convenience Store0.6 km
  • + 16 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

36 nearby
  • Asda Cafe0.7 km
  • Board Beans0.5 km
  • Charlies Cafe0.5 km
  • Geek Retreat0.2 km
  • K2H Creative Indian Kitchen0.2 km
  • + 31 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.7 km
  • Waitrose0.5 km
  • Farmfoods0.6 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods0.4 km
  • Asda Northwich0.7 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Golden Horse0.6 km
  • Sunny Bbq Takeaway0.6 km
  • Chickenoz peri peri0.6 km
  • Flames0.6 km
  • Turners0.8 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Northwich1.4 km
  • Greenbank1.6 km
  • Hartford3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Victoria Infirmary0.1 km
  • Victoria Infirmary0.1 km
  • Northwich Interchange Stand H0.3 km
  • Northwich Interchange Stand G0.3 km
  • Northwich Interchange Stand F0.3 km