Hightown is in Sandbach and in Cheshire East district. CW11 1AD is located in the Sandbach Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hightown, Sandbach, CW11 1AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW11 1BA, CW11 1AG, CW11 1AS, CW11 1AB, CW11 4NJ, CW11 1WB, CW11 1AH, CW11 1HN, CW11 1GT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW11 1AD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 60.3% | 50.6% | -9.7% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 39.7% | 49.4% | 9.7% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 21.2% | 34.4% | 13.2% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.2% | 40.7% | 17.5% | 44.2% | -3.5% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 14% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 40.4% | 7.7% | -32.7% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 13.9% | 41.8% | 27.9% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 22.5% | 42.6% | 20.1% | 33.6% | 9.0% |
| Fair health | 41.1% | 12.3% | -28.8% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 19.2% | 2.9% | -16.3% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 0.4% | -2.9% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 CW11 1AD this area, 9.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 61.6% | 9.4% | -52.2% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6% | 9.4% | 3.4% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 11.2% | 0.6% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.5% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.6% | 17.5% | 12.9% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.9% | 43.9% | 34.0% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 97.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 95.1% 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% | 95.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 95.1% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hightown was 463.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 1246.0% higher than the Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hightown has the highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock and the 15th highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 307.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% 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 Hightown, Sandbach, Cheshire East Other, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-08-07 | £234,333 |
| 9 Hightown, Sandbach, Cheshire East Other, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2018-07-09 | £277,285 |
| 9A Hightown, Sandbach, Cheshire East Other, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2016-10-20 | £193,146 |
CW11 1AD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CW11 1AD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandbach Primary Academy Crewe Road , CW11 4NS | 3out of 4 | 442 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Offley Primary Academy Offley Road , CW11 1GY | 3out of 4 | 626 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheelock Primary School Crewe Road , CW11 4PY | 4out of 4 | 1,301 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elworth Hall Primary School Lawton Way , Elworth CW11 1TE | 3out of 4 | 1,430 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elworth CofE Primary School School Lane , Elworth CW11 3HU | 3out of 4 | 1,732 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandbach School Crewe Road , CW11 3NS | 3out of 4 | 422 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College Middlewich Road , CW11 3NT | 4out of 4 | 591 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa | 11-13 Hightown | 2 yd | |
| Raffaele | 6 Hightown | 76 yd | |
| Jo Rocks Cafe | 6 Market Hall, High Street | 84 yd | |
| Bunita Burger | 4 Congleton Road | 85 yd | |
| Sunflowers | 18 High Street | 91 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan & Chequers | Swan And Chequers, 16 Hightown | 35 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | Wheatsheaf Hotel, 1 Hightown | 60 yd | |
| DV8 at The Black Bear | High Street | 97 yd | |
| Market Tavern | 8 Market Square | 133 yd | |
| The Lower Chequer Inn | Hawk Street | 154 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaz Balti | 4 Welles Street | 67 yd | |
| Paps Peri Peri | 5 Bold Street | 92 yd | |
| Hotspot (Sandbach) Ltd | 11 High Street | 93 yd | |
| Oriental Pearl | 10 Welles Street | 102 yd | |
| The Cod Father | 31 High Street | 152 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | Waitrose, Flat Lane | 198 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 33/35 High Street | 256 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bradwall Road FIRTH CLOSE | grass pitches | 284 yd |
| Newall Avenue OAKES CLOSE | grass pitches | 401 yd |
| Sandbach Park 1 BELVEDERE COTTAGES 1 BELVEDERE COTTAGES THE PARK | tennis courts | 440 yd |
| Sandbach School CREWE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 501 yd |
| Sandbach Leisure Centre SANDBACH LEISURE CENTRE SANDBACH LEISURE CENTRE MIDDLEWICH ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 659 yd |
| Offley Primary School OFFLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| Sandbach High School And Sixth Form College Middlewich Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 675 yd |
| Hassall Road LEA CLOSE | grass pitches | 771 yd |
| Sandbach Golf Club SANDBACH GOLF CLUB SANDBACH GOLF CLUB MIDDLEWICH ROAD | golf | 901 yd |
| Sandbach Rufc BRADWALL ROAD | grass pitches | 909 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.