Postcode Analysis Cheshire West and Chester, North West

BOWDEN DRIVE, CW9 7ED House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOWDEN DRIVE, CW9 7ED.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

347

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Avg Age

40

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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: CW9 7ED falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CW9 7ED spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

CW9 7ED is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bowden Drive, 0.3km from Wadebrook in Northwich. Administratively it sits within Northwich Witton ward and the Weaver Vale constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CW9 7ED is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 26% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for CW9 7ED are sourced from Output Area E00094465 (shared with 12 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 CW9 7ED. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.3%
Asian / British Asian3.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed6.2%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 30%
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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 170,000

3 sales · Mean £ 162,666

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

CW9 7ED has low crime rates — 47 incidents 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 offences79
Shoplifting37
Other theft14
Public order12
Criminal damage and arson9

school Local Schools

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Victoria Road Primary School

Requires Improvement149 pupils0.5 km
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The Rudheath Senior Academy

Good496 pupils0.8 km
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Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School

Requires Improvement280 pupils1.0 km
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Rudheath Primary Academy and Nursery

Good380 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Local Mini Market0.4 km
  • Victoria Food and Booze0.5 km
  • B And M Retail Ltd0.9 km
  • Bargain Booze0.5 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.4 km
  • + 5 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Costa0.4 km
  • The butty bar0.9 km
  • Bethel Cafe0.1 km
  • Costa Coffee0.3 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Rudheath Social Club0.6 km
  • Lidl UK1.0 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • McDonald's0.3 km
  • Cals charcoal grill0.5 km
  • The Central Chippy0.9 km
  • Tasty0.4 km
  • Caprinos Pizza Northwich0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Green Dragon0.9 km
  • Rudheath Private Social Club0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Northwich0.3 km
  • Lostock Gralam2.0 km
  • Greenbank2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Hargreaves Road0.2 km
  • Telephone Exchange0.2 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Verdin Street0.3 km