Kipling Way is in Crewe and in Crewe And Nantwich district. CW1 5JG is located in the Crewe East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Crewe and Nantwich. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kipling Way, Crewe, CW1 5JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW1 5EZ, CW1 5JS, CW1 5JE, CW1 6HD, CW1 5HU, CW1 5JQ, CW1 6ES, CW1 5JT, CW1 6HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW1 5JG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 51.2% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.1% | 48.8% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 5JG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.1% 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 | 24% | 24% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 52.1% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 7.9% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.1% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7% | 9.1% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 12% | 12.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
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 | 32.1% | 38.1% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 35.6% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 24.2% | 16.4% | -7.8% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6.8% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 | 30.2% | 18.9% | -11.3% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 7.8% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 13.9% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 12% | 14.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 9.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 13.9% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 28.3% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.9% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.1% | 95% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 94.3% | 92.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.6% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 92.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.4% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.6% | 37.2% | -12.6% |
| Christian | 65.8% | 46.2% | 19.6% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kipling Way was 22.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.8% lower than the Crewe East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kipling Way has the 6th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Crewe East and the 344th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 516.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Kipling Way, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-11-08 | £266,044 |
| 41 Kipling Way, Crewe, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-12-18 | £276,210 |
| 54 Kipling Way, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-12-18 | £240,307 |
| 49 Kipling Way, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-04-11 | £214,571 |
| 38 Kipling Way, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2021-12-03 | £225,286 |
CW1 5JG 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 5JG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,802 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hungerford Primary Academy School Crescent , CW1 5HA | 1out of 4 | 272 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brierley Primary School Mirion Street , CW1 2AZ | 3out of 4 | 961 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Primary School and Nursery Meredith Street , CW1 2PH | 3out of 4 | 1,745 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monks Coppenhall Academy Remer Street , CW1 4LY | 4out of 4 | 1,817 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haslington Primary Academy Crewe Road , Haslington CW1 5SL | - not rated | 2,029 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,075 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crewe Engineering and Design UTC West Street , CW1 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,474 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskin Community High School Ruskin Road , CW2 7JT | 3out of 4 | 1,967 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Academy Buchan Grove , CW2 7NQ | - not rated | 2,573 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Dane Bank Avenue , CW2 8AE | 3out of 4 | 2,994 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 | 2,467 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 | 516 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Safe Opportunities Unit G4, Scope House , Weston Road CW1 6DD | - not rated | 1,456 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Adelaide School Adelaide Street , CW1 3DT | 4out of 4 | 1,907 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lavender Field School Lavender Field School , Lincoln House CW1 3AE | - not rated | 2,189 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Lodge School Warmingham Road , CW1 4PP | 2out of 4 | 3,366 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombaye Junction | Crewe Campus | 582 yd | |
| Bannatynes Health Club | Bannatynes Health Club, Flour Mill Way | 632 yd | |
| Martin Hall Cafe | Martin Hall, Towers Way | 686 yd | |
| Greggs | Gateway Service Station, Beswick Drive | 713 yd | |
| Costa | Unit C, 15 Grand Junction Way | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Arms | Sydney Arms, 240 Sydney Road | 447 yd | |
| Post Office Sports Club | Crewe & District Post Office Sports Club, Sydney Road | 449 yd | |
| Flying Lady | Flying Lady, Coleridge Way | 567 yd | |
| The Duke of Gloucester | The Gateway | 713 yd | |
| Rising Sun | 130 Earle Street | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Emperor | Unit 4, Beswick Drive | 713 yd | |
| SUBWAY | Subway, Beswick Drive | 713 yd | |
| Neptune Fish Bar | 121 Earle Street | 762 yd | |
| Happy Garden | Happy Garden, 47 Earle Street | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Unit 1, Beswick Drive | 713 yd | |
| Aldi | University Way | 715 yd | |
| Food Warehouse | Unit 10 Grand Junction Way | 873 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 18 Grand Junction Way | 930 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Units 4-5 Grand Junction Way | 1,003 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hungerford Primary Academy SCHOOL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 400 yd |
| Springfield School CREWE GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 417 yd |
| Crewe & District Post Office Sports Club Sydney Road | 513 yd | |
| Manchester Metropolitan University (Cheshire Sports Centre) CREWE CAMPUS CREWE CAMPUS CREWE GREEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 588 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Crewe) FLOUR MILL WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 630 yd |
| Total Fitness (Crewe) MACON WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 873 yd |
| One On One Fitness Centre (Crewe) (Closed) Mary Street | health and fitness suite | 916 yd |
| Crewe & District Youth Centre (Closed) Crewe Youth Centre Crewe Youth Centre Mirion Street | 1,075 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.55 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.55 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.