Badger Avenue is in Crewe and in Crewe And Nantwich district. CW1 3LW is located in the Crewe St Barnabas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Crewe and Nantwich. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Badger Avenue, Crewe, CW1 3LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW1 3LN, CW1 3LY, CW1 3NL, CW1 3ND, CW1 3LZ, CW1 3NJ, CW1 3PH, CW1 3NS, CW1 3PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW1 3LW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.9% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.1% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.6% | 39.1% | -4.5% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35% | 45.7% | 10.7% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 10.5% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 3% | -3.6% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.5% | 48.8% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 34% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 9.9% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 5% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.7% | 25.4% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 12.1% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 16% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 6.8% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 21.8% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 6.9% | 4.6% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| White | 95.6% | 93.6% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 78.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 78.6% | -14.7% | 83.2% | -4.6% |
| European Union | 5.1% | 18.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% | 12.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 78.8% | -14.0% | 83.2% | -4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 10.1% | 8.2% | 9.8% | 0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.1% | 76.7% | -24.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 11.8% | 1.3% | 10.5% |
| Romania | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 3.5% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Badger Avenue was 78.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.8% lower than the Crewe Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Badger Avenue has the 46th lowest crime rate of 103 local areas in Crewe Central and the 313th highest crime rate of 1,262 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 260 Badger Avenue, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2025-01-17 | £143,399 |
| 334 Badger Avenue, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-01-15 | £137,468 |
| 326 Badger Avenue, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2020-08-20 | £124,507 |
| 336 Badger Avenue, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,500 | 2020-07-24 | £139,079 |
| 332 Badger Avenue, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2019-08-22 | £142,292 |
CW1 3LW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 139 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster Nursery School Nelson Street , CW2 7LJ | 3out of 4 | 2,571 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Underwood West Nursery and Infant School Newcastle Street , CW1 3LF | - not rated | 393 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Underwood West Junior School Newcastle Street , CW1 3LF | - not rated | 432 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Underwood West Academy Newcastle Street , CW1 3LF | - not rated | 432 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Underwood West Primary School Newcastle Street , CW1 3LF | - not rated | 432 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leighton Primary School Minshull New Road , CW1 3PP | - not rated | 959 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Community Technology School Meredith Centre , West Street CW1 2PZ | - not rated | 1,692 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crewe Engineering and Design UTC West Street , CW1 2PZ | - not rated | 1,702 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheshire Studio School West Street , C/O the Learning Partnership, Crewe Utc CW1 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,724 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Academy Buchan Grove , CW2 7NQ | - not rated | 1,844 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Academy Buchan Grove , CW2 7NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,844 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshire College - South & West Dane Bank Avenue , CW2 8AB | - not rated | 2,361 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reaseheath College Reaseheath , CW5 6DF | - not rated | 5,294 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavender Field School Lavender Field School , Lincoln House CW1 3AE | - not rated | 1,053 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crewe Secondary Unit Adelaide Street , CW1 3DT | - not rated | 1,274 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Adelaide School Adelaide Street , CW1 3DT | 4out of 4 | 1,280 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Adelaide School Adelaide Street , CW1 3DT | - not rated | 1,280 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Axis Academy Lodgefields Drive , CW2 8TU | 3out of 4 | 1,563 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach For the Stars @ Oaktree | Oak Tree Children's Centre, Newcastle Street | 520 yd | |
| Bentley Motors | Bentley Motors Limited, Pyms Lane | 560 yd | |
| Wolverton Arms | 141 West Street | 883 yd | |
| The West Cafe | 115b West Street | 894 yd | |
| Leighton Academy | Minshull New Road | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Delamere Arms | Delamere Arms, 98 Underwood Lane | 560 yd | |
| Four Eagles | 98 Dunwoody Way | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Horse | 133 Minshull New Road | 252 yd | |
| Minshull Fish and Chips | 35 Minshull New Road | 426 yd | |
| Ping's | 255 West Street | 552 yd | |
| Pioneer Chippy | Pioneer Chip Shop, 96a Underwood Lane | 559 yd | |
| Olives Mediterranean Food | 152 West Street | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrison's Daily | 171 West Street | 751 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Bradfield Road | 967 yd | |
| Sklep Grosik | 120 West Street | 993 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Legends Health & Leisure Centre BENTLEY MOTORS BENTLEY MOTORS SUNNYBANK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,068 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 | 86.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 52.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 9.8% |
| 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 | 78 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.96 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.96 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.