Plane Tree Drive is in Crewe and in Crewe And Nantwich district. CW1 4ET is located in the Crewe East 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 Plane Tree Drive, Crewe, CW1 4ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW1 4EY, CW1 4ES, CW1 4EU, CW1 4EZ, CW1 4EX, CW1 4HA, CW1 4HY, CW1 4ER, CW1 4JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW1 4ET is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.5% | 51% | 4.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 53.5% | 49% | -4.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CW1 4ET, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.6% | 49.8% | 13.2% | 37.9% | 11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.4% | 31.8% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -12.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 9.9% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 6% | -5.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.3% | 49% | 11.7% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 29.3% | -9.0% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 18% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.3% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 0.5% | -2.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.8% | 24.3% | -14.5% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 13% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 20.1% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.6% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 18.7% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 16.5% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 92.8% | -6.9% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 88.5% 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 | 96.7% | 88.5% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 2% | 9.8% | 7.8% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 88.5% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.3% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.8% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.1% | 76.7% | -20.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 6.5% | 1.3% | 5.2% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 33.2% | 13.5% | 19.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.6% | 37.2% | 21.4% |
| Christian | 36.4% | 46.2% | -9.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Plane Tree Drive was 16.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.8% lower than the Crewe Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Plane Tree Drive has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 103 local areas in Crewe Central and the 227th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Plane Tree Drive, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-07-15 | £186,262 |
| 21 Plane Tree Drive, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-07-31 | £191,941 |
| 35 Plane Tree Drive, Crewe, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-11-28 | £178,696 |
| 83 Plane Tree Drive, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2019-01-15 | £112,935 |
| 63 Plane Tree Drive, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2018-08-23 | £177,817 |
CW1 4ET 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster Nursery School Nelson Street , CW2 7LJ | 3out of 4 | 2,286 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monks Coppenhall Academy Remer Street , CW1 4LY | 4out of 4 | 611 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brierley Primary School Mirion Street , CW1 2AZ | 3out of 4 | 976 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hungerford Primary Academy School Crescent , CW1 5HA | 1out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Primary School and Nursery Meredith Street , CW1 2PH | 3out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Community Academy Holland Street , CW1 3SL | 3out of 4 | 1,389 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir William Stanier Community School Coronation Street , CW1 4EB | 2out of 4 | 173 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crewe Engineering and Design UTC West Street , CW1 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskin Community High School Ruskin Road , CW2 7JT | 3out of 4 | 2,278 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Academy Buchan Grove , CW2 7NQ | - not rated | 2,602 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Dane Bank Avenue , CW2 8AE | 3out of 4 | 3,131 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 | 2,746 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 | 1,395 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lavender Field School Lavender Field School , Lincoln House CW1 3AE | - not rated | 1,693 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield School Crewe Green Road , Cheshire East CW1 5HS | 4out of 4 | 1,727 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Lodge School Warmingham Road , CW1 4PP | 2out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Safe Opportunities Unit G4, Scope House , Weston Road CW1 6DD | - not rated | 2,500 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Church Crewe | Bethany Gospel Hall, Lime Tree Avenue | 234 yd | |
| Sir William Stanier School | Coronation Street | 362 yd | |
| Good Time Charlies | One On One Fitness Centre, Mary Street | 724 yd | |
| Snack Shack | 37a Middlewich Street | 757 yd | |
| Brierley Primary School | Mirion Street | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Lady | Flying Lady, Coleridge Way | 659 yd | |
| Bridge Inn | 167 Broad Street | 1,037 yd | |
| Rising Sun | 130 Earle Street | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Divina | 21 Coronation Crescent | 235 yd | |
| Medina Fast Food Takeaway | 21 Middlewich Street | 778 yd | |
| Crosskeys Fish and Chips | Unit 1a Remer Street | 920 yd | |
| King Cross Kebab | 235 Broad Street | 986 yd | |
| Neptune Fish Bar | 121 Earle Street | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KEZBECCS | 17 Coronation Crescent | 235 yd | |
| Morrison's Daily | 2 Ridgway Street | 641 yd | |
| Co-op | Remer Street | 920 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sir William Stanier School CORONATION STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 212 yd |
| One On One Fitness Centre (Crewe) (Closed) Mary Street | health and fitness suite | 703 yd |
| Crewe & District Youth Centre (Closed) Crewe Youth Centre Crewe Youth Centre Mirion Street | 800 yd | |
| Cumberland Arena THOMAS STREET | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 872 yd |
| Hungerford Primary Academy SCHOOL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 973 yd |
| Victoria Community Centre (Closed) West Street | health and fitness suite | 1,081 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 | 71.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 328.53 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 328.53 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.4 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.