Crossfields is in Tarvin, Chester and in Chester district. CH3 8EW is located in the Tarvin & Kelsall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eddisbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crossfields, Tarvin, Chester, CH3 8EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH3 8LX, CH3 8LY, CH3 8EG, CH3 8LG, CH3 8EP, CH3 8LH, CH3 8DL, CH3 8LB, CH3 8ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH3 8EW has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CH3 8EW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 15.2% | 20.8% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.6% | 66.2% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 22.0% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 5% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 6.2% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 60.5% | 63.5% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 15.1% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 25.1% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -8.5% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 8.5% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around CH3 8EW this area, 7.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 52.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.1% | 7.3% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 5% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13.8% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 13.8% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.8% | 52.9% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 19.1% |
| Other | 2.2% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| White | 100% | 98.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.7% | 97.4% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97.4% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.4% | 76.7% | 17.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crossfields was 24.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.5% higher than the Sandstone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crossfields has the 10th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Sandstone and the 330th lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Crossfields, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-01-20 | £443,700 |
| 18 Crossfields, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £396,000 | 2022-08-10 | £431,099 |
| 16 Crossfields, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,029 | 2022-01-14 | £342,202 |
| 33 Crossfields, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2019-02-08 | £382,118 |
| 32A Crossfields, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2018-10-22 | £349,808 |
CH3 8EW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CH3 8EW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CH3 8EW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarvin Primary School Heath Drive , Tarvin CH3 8LS | - not rated | 521 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrow CofE Primary School Barrow , School Lane CH3 7HW | 3out of 4 | 2,629 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Hayes Primary School Church Road , Ashton Hayes CH3 8AB | 3out of 4 | 4,025 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duddon St Peter's CofE Primary School Tarporley Road , Duddon CW6 0EL | 3out of 4 | 4,117 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelsall Primary and Nursery School Kelsall Primary and Nursery School, Flat Lane , Kelsall CW6 0PU | 4out of 4 | 4,277 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christleton High School Village Road , Christleton CH3 7AD | 4out of 4 | 4,656 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iMap Centre Unit 4a Barrowmore Estates , Barnhouse Lane CH3 7JA | - not rated | 2,957 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Hing Chinese Restaurant | 1 High Street, Tarvin | 293 yd | |
| The Cafe | 50 High Street, Tarvin | 571 yd | |
| George & Dragon | 67 High Street, Tarvin | 661 yd | |
| The Red Lion | The Red Lion Church Street, Tarvin | 676 yd | |
| Cornichon | The Gunnery, 71 High Street, Tarvin | 683 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indie Hops | The Manor House Church Street, Tarvin | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Louis | 54 High Street, Tarvin | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 2 By Pass Road, Tarvin | 625 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGE V PLAYING FIELDS KING GEORGE V PLAYING FIELDS TOWNFIELD LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 147 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.