Postcode Analysis Cheshire West and Chester, North West

WATERLOO ROAD, CW8 1EF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERLOO ROAD, CW8 1EF.

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Population

271

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CW8 1EF 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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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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7/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CW8 1EF's 57% ownership and 45-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 1EF is a safe, established residential area on Waterloo Road, 0.1km 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. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for CW8 1EF are sourced from Output Area E00094448 (shared with 5 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 1EF. 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

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

Crime around CW8 1EF is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences108
Shoplifting32
Public order31
Anti-social behaviour21
Criminal damage and arson17

school Local Schools

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Charles Darwin Community Primary School

Good346 pupils0.4 km
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Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School

Requires Improvement280 pupils0.9 km
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Greenbank School

Outstanding108 pupils1.1 km
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St Nicholas Catholic High School

Good1256 pupils1.1 km
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St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School

Good215 pupils1.1 km
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Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School

Good346 pupils1.3 km
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Victoria Road Primary School

Requires Improvement149 pupils1.3 km
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Kingsmead Primary School

Outstanding320 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Northwich News0.6 km
  • Quality Save0.7 km
  • Simply Drinks0.4 km
  • Snax 241.0 km
  • Winnington Convenience Store0.9 km
  • + 16 more
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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Blue Barrel Inn0.4 km
  • Castle Private Club0.2 km
  • The Salty Dog0.5 km
  • Penny Black0.9 km
  • The Bull Ring0.5 km
  • + 6 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

34 nearby
  • Board Beans0.8 km
  • Charlies Cafe0.8 km
  • Geek Retreat0.7 km
  • K2H Creative Indian Kitchen0.6 km
  • McDonalds Restaurant0.6 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Waitrose0.3 km
  • Lidl UK0.9 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Farmfoods0.5 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Golden Horse0.9 km
  • Sunny Bbq Takeaway0.9 km
  • Chicken Station @ Saffron Takeaway / Dessert Station0.9 km
  • Don Perfetto0.9 km
  • Happy House0.5 km
  • + 11 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Greenbank1.1 km
  • Northwich1.5 km
  • Hartford2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Hayhurst Bridge0.2 km
  • Beeston Street0.2 km
  • Hayhurst Bridge0.3 km
  • Athelbrae Close0.3 km
  • Athelbrae Close0.3 km