King Edward Street is in Middlewich and in Congleton district. CW10 9BU is located in the Middlewich electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about King Edward Street, Middlewich, CW10 9BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW10 9BT, CW10 9BP, CW10 9BN, CW10 9BB, CW10 9BY, CW10 9BS, CW10 9DE, CW10 9BL, CW10 9PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW10 9BU 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 | 48.9% | 50.9% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.1% | -2.0% | 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 | 34.8% | 35.1% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 42.8% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4.5% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 12.2% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 5.4% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 46.4% | 49.1% | 2.7% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 35.4% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 10.7% | -6.1% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 20.5% | 14.4% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 11.7% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 13.5% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 8.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.3% | 19.8% | 1.5% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 29.7% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -4.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.6% | 95.9% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 98.2% | 91.5% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4.8% | 4.4% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 91.2% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around King Edward Street was 346.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 382.3% higher than the Middlewich average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
King Edward Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Middlewich and the 27th highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 117.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 King Edward Street, Middlewich, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2020-12-11 | £244,035 |
| 19 King Edward Street, Middlewich, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2020-02-14 | £271,405 |
| 3 King Edward Street, Middlewich, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £146,200 | 2019-05-24 | £204,312 |
| 17 King Edward Street, Middlewich, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2018-07-13 | £195,548 |
| 15 King Edward Street, Middlewich, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2016-12-21 | £291,051 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middlewich Primary School Park Road , CW10 9BS | 3out of 4 | 111 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Manor Lane , CW10 9DH | 3out of 4 | 228 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cledford Primary School George VI Avenue , CW10 0DD | 3out of 4 | 1,251 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimboldsley Community Primary School Nantwich Road , Wimboldsley CW10 0LN | 4out of 4 | 2,942 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Wood Community Nursery & Primary School Bradbury Road , Wharton CW7 3HN | 3out of 4 | 3,990 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middlewich High School King Edward Street , CW10 9BU | 3out of 4 | 134 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Community School Cheshire Cledford House , Cledford Lane CW10 0JN | - not rated | 1,869 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Il Padrino | 33 Wheelock Street | 276 yd | |
| Cafe Bon Bon | 41 Wheelock Street | 276 yd | |
| Number 28 | 28 Hightown | 291 yd | |
| Krunchy's | 18 Hightown | 291 yd | |
| Blue Ginger | 51 Wheelock Street | 306 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chimichangos | 11 Wheelock Street | 276 yd | |
| The White Bear | The White Bear, 12-14 Wheelock Street | 277 yd | |
| Streat @ Middlewich Tap House | 61 Chester Road | 515 yd | |
| Cheshire Cheese | 101 Lewin Street | 516 yd | |
| Middlewich Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Kinderton Street | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon City | 7 Wheelock Street | 276 yd | |
| Balti Spice Take Away | 8-10 Hightown | 291 yd | |
| Summer Palace | 54 Wheelock Street | 306 yd | |
| Fantastic Kebab Pizza | 39 Wheelock Street | 306 yd | |
| Paragon Chinese Takeaway | 53 Wheelock Street | 306 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 1-3 Wheelock Street | 291 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons, Newton Bank | 475 yd | |
| Lidl | Chester Road | 515 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Middlewich Leisure Centre KING EDWARD STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 152 yd |
| Middlewich Primary School PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 194 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic Primary School MANOR LANE | grass pitches | 222 yd |
| Middlewich Town Football Club FINNEYS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 721 yd |
| Unique Fitness Gym Brooks Lane | health and fitness suite | 723 yd |
| Middlewich Cricket Club CROXTON LANE | grass pitches | 752 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.