Limes Close is in Haslington, Crewe and in Crewe And Nantwich district. CW1 5ED is located in the Haslington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Crewe and Nantwich. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Limes Close, Haslington, Crewe, CW1 5ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW1 5PQ, CW1 5PB, CW1 5PH, CW1 5PG, CW1 5PE, CW1 5PF, CW1 5FU, CW1 5PD, CW1 5PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CW1 5ED has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 52.9% | 49.3% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 47.1% | 50.7% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 5ED there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.4% 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 | 18.6% | 20.7% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.4% | 54.4% | -11.0% | 44.2% | 10.2% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 9.1% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 14.1% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 8.0% |
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 | 37.9% | 40.4% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 38.3% | 5.9% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 23.9% | 16.2% | -7.7% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 19.1% | -13.6% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 11.2% | 1.9% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 9.5% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 15.8% | 9.1% | 5.3% | 10.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 12% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 27.8% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98% | 96.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.3% | 37.2% | -7.9% |
| Christian | 64.1% | 46.2% | 17.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Limes Close was 7.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.0% lower than the Haslington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Limes Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Haslington and the 77th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 30.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Limes Close, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2024-12-18 | £254,167 |
| 11 Limes Close, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £236,500 | 2023-01-13 | £262,752 |
| 7 Limes Close, Crewe, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £251,000 | 2022-03-04 | £296,121 |
| 10 Limes Close, Crewe, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £358,000 | 2021-06-24 | £437,911 |
| 11 Limes Close, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-06-01 | £259,811 |
CW1 5ED area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 5ED area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster Nursery School Nelson Street , CW2 7LJ | 3out of 4 | 3,244 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haslington Primary Academy Crewe Road , Haslington CW1 5SL | - not rated | 519 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dingle Primary School The Dingle , Haslington CW1 5SD | 3out of 4 | 1,029 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hungerford Primary Academy School Crescent , CW1 5HA | 1out of 4 | 1,834 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brierley Primary School Mirion Street , CW1 2AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,507 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monks Coppenhall Academy Remer Street , CW1 4LY | 4out of 4 | 2,754 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,287 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crewe Engineering and Design UTC West Street , CW1 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,994 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskin Community High School Ruskin Road , CW2 7JT | 3out of 4 | 3,463 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Academy Buchan Grove , CW2 7NQ | - not rated | 4,114 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Dane Bank Avenue , CW2 8AE | 3out of 4 | 4,498 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 | 3,945 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield School Crewe Green Road , Cheshire East CW1 5HS | 4out of 4 | 1,287 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Safe Opportunities Unit G4, Scope House , Weston Road CW1 6DD | - not rated | 2,440 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Adelaide School Adelaide Street , CW1 3DT | 4out of 4 | 3,427 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lavender Field School Lavender Field School , Lincoln House CW1 3AE | - not rated | 3,721 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Lodge School Warmingham Road , CW1 4PP | 2out of 4 | 4,066 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ego @ The Fox | The Fox, 58 Crewe Road | 472 yd | |
| Food For Thought Bakery Limited | 91-93 Crewe Road | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broughton Arms | Broughton Arms, 95 Crewe Road | 400 yd | |
| Haslington Cosey Social Club | Haslington Cosey Club, 1 Fields Road | 589 yd | |
| The Hawk Inn | Hawk Inn, 137 Crewe Road | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haslington Chippy | 13 Wellesley Avenue | 240 yd | |
| Champion House | 97 Crewe Road | 536 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haslington Co-Op | 129 Crewe Road | 666 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 | 92.9% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 143.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 143.2 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.