Princess Drive is in Sandbach and in Congleton district. CW11 1BP 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 Princess Drive, Sandbach, CW11 1BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW11 1BL, CW11 1BN, CW11 1BJ, CW11 1BQ, CW11 1BS, CW11 1BH, CW11 1BZ, CW11 1SX, CW11 1BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CW11 1BP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 55.8% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 48.5% | 44.2% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
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 CW11 1BP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 14.6% | 19.5% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -18.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70% | 58.2% | -11.8% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 10.9% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 11.4% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 | 38.3% | 37.5% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 38% | 38.3% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 14.2% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 8.3% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 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 | 28.8% | 19.1% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 11.8% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 13.6% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.7% | 11.8% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 16.4% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 23.2% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 5.2% | 4.1% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.1% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 98.5% | 97.1% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 97.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.6% | 37.2% | -12.6% |
| Christian | 62.1% | 46.2% | 15.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 11.3% | 6.0% | 5.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Princess Drive was 8.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.1% lower than the Sandbach Elworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Princess Drive has the 4th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Sandbach Elworth and the 89th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Princess Drive, Sandbach, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-12-16 | £324,915 |
| 81 Princess Drive, Sandbach, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-08-27 | £343,522 |
| 70 Princess Drive, Sandbach, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-09-08 | £261,608 |
| 37 Princess Drive, Sandbach, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2023-07-21 | £250,652 |
| 53 Princess Drive, Sandbach, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-10-21 | £320,268 |
CW11 1BP 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 CW11 1BP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elworth Hall Primary School Lawton Way , Elworth CW11 1TE | 3out of 4 | 591 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Offley Primary Academy Offley Road , CW11 1GY | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elworth CofE Primary School School Lane , Elworth CW11 3HU | 3out of 4 | 987 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandbach Primary Academy Crewe Road , CW11 4NS | 3out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheelock Primary School Crewe Road , CW11 4PY | 4out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College Middlewich Road , CW11 3NT | 4out of 4 | 619 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sandbach School Crewe Road , CW11 3NS | 3out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | 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 | 5,389 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cakes by Olivia | 2c Queens Drive | 438 yd | |
| Eastern Spices | 37B Middlewich Road | 828 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Middlewich Road | 872 yd | |
| Noughts and Crosses Pizza | 17-19 Middlewich Road | 892 yd | |
| The Ganges Express Ltd | 8-12 Bradwall Road | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandbach Golf Club | Sandbach Golf Club, 117 Middlewich Road | 586 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | Wheatsheaf Hotel, 1 Hightown | 1,031 yd | |
| Swan & Chequers | Swan And Chequers, 16 Hightown | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PTJ Fast Food Takeaway | 2a Old Middlewich Road | 872 yd | |
| The Laurel | 15 Middlewich Road | 872 yd | |
| The Buttery | 41 Middlewich Road | 872 yd | |
| CW11 Burger | 17-19 Middlewich Road | 892 yd | |
| Paps Peri Peri | 5 Bold Street | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Lawton Way | 680 yd | |
| Co-operative | 216 Middlewich Road | 908 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandbach Leisure Centre SANDBACH LEISURE CENTRE SANDBACH LEISURE CENTRE MIDDLEWICH ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 499 yd |
| Sandbach Golf Club SANDBACH GOLF CLUB SANDBACH GOLF CLUB MIDDLEWICH ROAD | golf | 530 yd |
| Sandbach High School And Sixth Form College Middlewich Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Sandbach Rufc BRADWALL ROAD | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Offley Primary School OFFLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 810 yd |
| Bradwall Road FIRTH CLOSE | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Sandbach School CREWE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 944 yd |
| Elworth Ce Primary School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 1,073 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 | 47.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.79 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.79 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.