Lanyard Way is in Malkins Bank, Sandbach and in Congleton district. CW11 4AP is located in the Brereton Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 2004-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lanyard Way, Malkins Bank, Sandbach, CW11 4AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW11 4AQ, CW11 4XL, CW11 4XN, CW11 4AR, CW11 4XP, CW11 4XJ, CW11 4GH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CW11 4AP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 50.3% | 52.3% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 49.7% | 47.7% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 29.2% | 24.7% | -4.5% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 47.5% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 3.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 17.3% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 8.2% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 6.8% | 1.0% | 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 | 50.3% | 48.7% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 31.8% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 14.6% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 20.3% | 15.3% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.2% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 12.9% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 18.6% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.6% | 35.9% | 4.3% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.6% | 96.3% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 2.6% | 2.0% | 0.1% | 2.5% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 96% | 98% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 98% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lanyard Way was 164.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 236.3% higher than the Brereton Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lanyard Way has the highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Brereton Rural and the 104th highest crime rate of 1,263 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Lanyard Way, Sandbach, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-03-28 | £381,031 |
| 3 Lanyard Way, Sandbach, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2018-08-14 | £390,854 |
| 1 Lanyard Way, Sandbach, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £244,000 | 2015-11-11 | £373,299 |
| 2 Lanyard Way, Sandbach, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2013-05-03 | £443,759 |
| 2 Lanyard Way, Sandbach, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2011-12-08 | £436,585 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Lanyard Way, Malkins Bank, Sandbach, CW11 4AP has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 6 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Lanyard Way, Malkins Bank, Sandbach, CW11 4AP has very low surface water flood risk.
0 of 6 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
CW11 4AP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 4AP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelock Primary School Crewe Road , Wheelock CW11 3RT | - not rated | 1,641 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheelock Primary School Crewe Road , CW11 4PY | 3out of 4 | 1,644 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hassall Green Methodist Primary School Hassall Green , CW11 0YA | - not rated | 1,884 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandbach Community Primary School Crewe Road , CW11 4NS | - not rated | 1,906 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandbach Primary Academy Crewe Road , CW11 4NS | - not rated | 1,906 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandbach School Crewe Road , CW11 3NS | - not rated | 2,113 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College Middlewich Road , CW11 3NT | 3out of 4 | 2,516 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College Middlewich Road , CW11 3NT | - not rated | 2,516 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Alsager School Hassall Road , Alsager ST7 2HR | 3out of 4 | 4,441 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alsager School Hassall Road , Alsager ST7 2HR | - not rated | 4,441 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lodge AP Sandbach House, 36 Crewe Road , CW11 4NE | - not rated | 1,983 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandbach School Crewe Road , CW11 3NS | - not rated | 2,113 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Norfolk House School 120 Congleton Road , CW11 1HF | - not rated | 2,526 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheshire Hall School Congleton Road , Cheshire CW11 4TF | - not rated | 3,324 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wonder Star School Young People's Community Centre, Chapel Lane , Rode Heath ST7 3SD | - not rated | 5,316 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malkins Bank Golf Club | Betchton Road | 158 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Malkins Bank Golf Course BETCHTON ROAD | golf | 200 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 11.26 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 11.26 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.15 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.