Park Lane is in Sandbach and in Congleton district. CW11 1EJ 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 Park Lane, Sandbach, CW11 1EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW11 3SG, CW11 1EP, CW11 1YE, CW11 1YH, CW11 3SJ, CW11 1FH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW11 1EJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.4% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.6% | -1.7% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of CW11 1EJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 31.4% | 25.7% | -5.7% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 53.3% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 7.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 11.4% | 6.2% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.1% | 54.2% | -0.9% | 48.4% | 5.8% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 32.7% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 9.6% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
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 44.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.5% | 13.6% | 4.1% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.9% | 7.9% | 0.0% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 13.4% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 14.1% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.3% | 44.8% | 1.5% | 33.8% | 11.0% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.2% | 94% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 95.9% | 93.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 93.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.6% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Lane was 266.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 507.8% higher than the Sandbach Elworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Lane has the highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Sandbach Elworth and the 46th highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 113.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 Park Lane, Sandbach, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2024-03-28 | £525,859 |
| 103 Park Lane, Sandbach, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £715,000 | 2023-07-13 | £794,767 |
| 95 Park Lane, Sandbach, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-02-05 | £536,636 |
| 125 Park Lane, Sandbach, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2019-05-22 | £778,953 |
| 127 Park Lane, Sandbach, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2018-12-19 | £842,550 |
CW11 1EJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 1EJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 141 |
| Retired | 136 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Education | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Information and communication | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandbach Primary Academy Crewe Road , CW11 4NS | 3out of 4 | 704 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elworth Hall Primary School Lawton Way , Elworth CW11 1TE | 3out of 4 | 766 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elworth CofE Primary School School Lane , Elworth CW11 3HU | 3out of 4 | 928 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheelock Primary School Crewe Road , CW11 4PY | 4out of 4 | 1,110 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Offley Primary Academy Offley Road , CW11 1GY | 3out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 401 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sandbach School Crewe Road , CW11 3NS | 3out of 4 | 534 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Lodge School Warmingham Road , CW1 4PP | 2out of 4 | 5,076 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Spices | 37B Middlewich Road | 680 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Middlewich Road | 721 yd | |
| Phanthong Thai Restaurant | 2-4 Crewe Road | 731 yd | |
| Noughts and Crosses Pizza | 17-19 Middlewich Road | 738 yd | |
| Raffaele | 6 Hightown | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandbach Golf Club | Sandbach Golf Club, 117 Middlewich Road | 298 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | Wheatsheaf Hotel, 1 Hightown | 838 yd | |
| Swan & Chequers | Swan And Chequers, 16 Hightown | 914 yd | |
| DV8 at The Black Bear | High Street | 994 yd | |
| Sandbach Cricket Club | Hind Heath Road | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PTJ Fast Food Takeaway | 2a Old Middlewich Road | 721 yd | |
| The Laurel | 15 Middlewich Road | 721 yd | |
| The Buttery | 41 Middlewich Road | 721 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 21 Crewe Road | 731 yd | |
| CW11 Burger | 17-19 Middlewich Road | 738 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | 216 Middlewich Road | 750 yd | |
| Co-operative | Lawton Way | 857 yd | |
| Waitrose | Waitrose, Flat Lane | 954 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandbach Golf Club SANDBACH GOLF CLUB SANDBACH GOLF CLUB MIDDLEWICH ROAD | golf | 310 yd |
| Sandbach High School And Sixth Form College Middlewich Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 375 yd |
| Sandbach School CREWE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 425 yd |
| Sandbach Leisure Centre SANDBACH LEISURE CENTRE SANDBACH LEISURE CENTRE MIDDLEWICH ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 458 yd |
| Newall Avenue OAKES CLOSE | grass pitches | 882 yd |
| Sandbach Community Football Centre HIND HEATH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 904 yd |
| Bradwall Road FIRTH CLOSE | grass pitches | 989 yd |
| Elworth Ce Primary School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 1,032 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 | 64.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.