Front Street is in Sandbach and in Congleton district. CW11 1EU 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 Front Street, Sandbach, CW11 1EU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW11 1FX, CW11 1EX, CW11 4EL, CW11 1AL, CW11 1JB, CW11 1AN, CW11 1FY, CW11 1AP, CW11 1FW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW11 1EU 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 | 50.2% | 50.6% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.4% | -0.4% | 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 | 34.3% | 34.4% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 40.7% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -3.5% |
| Separated | 6% | 3.2% | -2.8% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 14% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 7.7% | -0.5% | 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 | 44.5% | 41.8% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 42.6% | 12.2% | 33.6% | 9.0% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 12.3% | -8.2% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 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 1EU 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 | 20.6% | 9.4% | -11.2% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 9.4% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 11.2% | -0.8% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 8.5% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 17.5% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.9% | 43.9% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.2% | 97.1% | 0.9% | 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 | 95.4% | 95.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 95.1% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 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 Front Street 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.
Front Street 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Front Street, Sandbach, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-06-30 | £272,298 |
| 12 Front Street, Sandbach, Cheshire East Other, an established residential building | £418,000 | 2023-03-09 | £458,507 |
| 2 Front Street, Sandbach, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-11-10 | £278,541 |
| 10 Front Street, Sandbach, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-08-31 | £263,341 |
| 16 Front Street, Sandbach, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-02-11 | £239,908 |
CW11 1EU 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 1EU 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 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandbach Primary Academy Crewe Road , CW11 4NS | 3out of 4 | 615 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Offley Primary Academy Offley Road , CW11 1GY | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheelock Primary School Crewe Road , CW11 4PY | 4out of 4 | 1,375 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Heath Road , CW11 2LE | 3out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elworth Hall Primary School Lawton Way , Elworth CW11 1TE | 3out of 4 | 1,777 yd | Community 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 | 696 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College Middlewich Road , CW11 3NT | 4out of 4 | 937 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cubar | 45 High Street | 121 yd | |
| Miola | Abbeyfields | 142 yd | |
| Jenny's Tea Shop | 42 High Street | 150 yd | |
| The Cobbles | 34 High Street | 171 yd | |
| Cafe on the Square | 2 Market Square | 202 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Hall | Old Hall Hotel, High Street | 121 yd | |
| George Inn | 39 High Street | 121 yd | |
| The Beer Emporium | 8 Welles Street | 201 yd | |
| Bar Six Sandbach Ltd | 19 Market Square | 202 yd | |
| Market Tavern | 8 Market Square | 224 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cod Father | 31 High Street | 201 yd | |
| Rafferty's | 7 Welles Street | 202 yd | |
| Pisces Fish Bar | 7 The Commons | 237 yd | |
| Hotspot (Sandbach) Ltd | 11 High Street | 261 yd | |
| Shaz Balti | 4 Welles Street | 361 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 33/35 High Street | 121 yd | |
| Waitrose | Waitrose, Flat Lane | 272 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandbach Park 1 BELVEDERE COTTAGES 1 BELVEDERE COTTAGES THE PARK | tennis courts | 263 yd |
| Hassall Road LEA CLOSE | grass pitches | 466 yd |
| Newall Avenue OAKES CLOSE | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Bradwall Road FIRTH CLOSE | grass pitches | 512 yd |
| Sandbach School CREWE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 797 yd |
| Offley Primary School OFFLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 850 yd |
| Sandbach Leisure Centre SANDBACH LEISURE CENTRE SANDBACH LEISURE CENTRE MIDDLEWICH ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,007 yd |
| Sandbach High School And Sixth Form College Middlewich Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,021 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 | 65.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.