CW9 7DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Richard Street, 0.5km from Rudheath in Northwich. Administratively it sits within Northwich Witton ward and the Weaver Vale constituency.
For families considering a move, CW9 7DL represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £148k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 13.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CW9 7DL are sourced from Output Area E00094477 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RICHARD STREET, CW9 7DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHARD STREET, CW9 7DL.
265
43
£ 42,300 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CW9 7DL spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 13.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CW9 7DL. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 137,000
18 sales · Mean £ 136,027
Semi-Detached
£ 125,000
6 sales · Mean £ 123,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CW9 7DL has low crime rates — 26 incidents 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
The Rudheath Senior Academy
Victoria Road Primary School
Rudheath Primary Academy and Nursery
Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- GK Store 20.6 km
- GK Stores0.6 km
- Local Mini Market0.7 km
- Victoria Food and Booze0.7 km
- Poplar Stores0.1 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Costa0.7 km
- Bethel Cafe0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op0.4 km
- Rudheath Social Club0.3 km
- Tesco0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- McDonald's0.8 km
- Caprinos Pizza Northwich0.9 km
- Happy Chef0.3 km
- Harrys Fish Bar0.7 km
- After Five0.8 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Rudheath Private Social Club0.3 km
- Old Broken Cross1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northwich0.6 km
- Lostock Gralam2.1 km
- Greenbank2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Doctors Surgery0.1 km
- Doctors Surgery0.1 km
- Verdin Street0.2 km
- Rushton Close0.2 km
- Hargreaves Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CW97DL · Data under Open Government Licence