CW9 8XT is a safe, established residential area on Holst Gardens, 0.8km from Mere Heath in Davenham. Administratively it sits within Davenham, Moulton & Kingsmead ward and the Eddisbury constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £289k, up 9.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CW9 8XT are sourced from Output Area E00094294 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLST GARDENS, CW9 8XT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLST GARDENS, CW9 8XT.
474
43
£ 48,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates CW9 8XT — age 43, 81% ownership, 6% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 9.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CW9 8XT. The average age is 42.5. 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
Detached
£ 270,000
19 sales · Mean £ 292,652
Semi-Detached
£ 269,997
2 sales · Mean £ 269,997
Terraced
£ 65,700
9 sales · Mean £ 66,655
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CW9 8XT has low crime rates — 13 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
Moulton School
Davenham CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Lion Hotel0.6 km
- Travellers Rest0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Dynasty0.6 km
- Ye Olde Village Chippie0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Crow's Nest Cafe0.6 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Boden And Daughters0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Winsford3.4 km
- Hartford3.8 km
- Greenbank3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Verdin Close0.2 km
- Verdin Close0.2 km
- Beehive Corner0.3 km
- Beehive Corner0.3 km
- Beehive Corner0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CW98XT · Data under Open Government Licence