Dorric Way is in Coppenhall, Crewe and in Crewe And Nantwich district. CW1 3SX is located in the Crewe North 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 Dorric Way, Coppenhall, Crewe, CW1 3SX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW1 3TA, CW1 3SY, CW1 3SR, CW1 3TG, CW1 3SZ, CW1 3TB, CW1 3SW, CW1 3SS, CW1 3TS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CW1 3SX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 48.5% | 48.4% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 51.5% | 51.6% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 CW1 3SX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% 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 | 12.3% | 13.9% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -24.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.8% | 61.7% | -6.1% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7% | 8.1% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 15.3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 9.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 28.9% | 25% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -23.4% |
| Good health | 47.7% | 41.1% | -6.6% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 26.3% | 10.4% | 12.7% | 13.6% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 5.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 CW1 3SX this area, 31.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.8% | 31.6% | -14.2% | 18.2% | 13.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 7.5% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.3% | 14.2% | 4.9% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 14.5% | 16% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 10.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 12.3% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.5% | 16.5% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.7% | 96.4% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 96.7% | 93.7% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 93.7% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.7% | 37.2% | -12.5% |
| Christian | 69.1% | 46.2% | 22.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dorric Way was 22.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.9% lower than the Crewe Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dorric Way has the 5th lowest crime rate of 103 local areas in Crewe Central and the 333rd lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Dorric Way, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-12-19 | £199,142 |
| 2 Dorric Way, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2024-08-16 | £192,079 |
| 33 Dorric Way, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,995 | 2021-10-13 | £226,472 |
| 25 Dorric Way, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2019-10-14 | £194,936 |
| 21 Dorric Way, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-10-09 | £177,215 |
CW1 3SX 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 CW1 3SX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 57% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 120 |
| Full-Time Employee | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 2,655 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Community Academy Holland Street , CW1 3SL | 3out of 4 | 188 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mablins Lane Community Primary School Mablins Lane , CW1 3YR | 2out of 4 | 910 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Underwood West Academy Newcastle Street , CW1 3LF | 2out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Primary School and Nursery Meredith Street , CW1 2PH | 3out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monks Coppenhall Academy Remer Street , CW1 4LY | 4out of 4 | 1,202 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crewe Engineering and Design UTC West Street , CW1 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,289 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir William Stanier Community School Coronation Street , CW1 4EB | 2out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Academy Buchan Grove , CW2 7NQ | - not rated | 2,380 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskin Community High School Ruskin Road , CW2 7JT | 3out of 4 | 2,473 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Dane Bank Avenue , CW2 8AE | 3out of 4 | 2,908 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,771 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide School Adelaide Street , CW1 3DT | 4out of 4 | 1,117 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lavender Field School Lavender Field School , Lincoln House CW1 3AE | - not rated | 1,198 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Lodge School Warmingham Road , CW1 4PP | 2out of 4 | 1,780 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Axis Academy Lodgefields Drive , CW2 8TU | - not rated | 2,726 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield School Crewe Green Road , Cheshire East CW1 5HS | 4out of 4 | 2,995 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goodies | 261 Underwood Lane | 230 yd | |
| Captain Webb | Captain Webb, 255 Underwood Lane | 329 yd | |
| Poppys Restaurant | Broad Street County Infant School, Broad Street | 340 yd | |
| Coppenhall WMC | 103 North Street | 361 yd | |
| The Haven on North Street | North Street Methodist Church Community Centre, 25 North Street | 426 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Inn | 167 Broad Street | 377 yd | |
| Horse Shoe Hotel | Horse Shoe Inn, 26 North Street | 471 yd | |
| The Delamere Arms | Delamere Arms, 98 Underwood Lane | 928 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cod N All | 229 Underwood Lane | 377 yd | |
| Golden Gate | 234 Broad Street | 415 yd | |
| King Cross Kebab | 235 Broad Street | 462 yd | |
| Crosskeys Fish and Chips | Unit 1a Remer Street | 667 yd | |
| Pioneer Chippy | Pioneer Chip Shop, 96a Underwood Lane | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Remer Street | 667 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Bradfield Road | 855 yd | |
| Co-op Welcome | Unit, 1 Parkers Road | 1,041 yd | |
| Sklep Grosik | 120 West Street | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Michael'S Community Academy HOLLAND STREET | grass pitches | 200 yd |
| Mclaren Street Playing Fields (Closed) Mclaren Street | grass pitches | 215 yd |
| Mablins Lane Playing Field (Closed) Mablins Lane | grass pitches | 818 yd |
| Beechwood Primary School Meredith Street | grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 76.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.