Third Avenue is in Sandbach and in Congleton district. CW11 4PF is located in the Sandbach Heath and East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Third Avenue, Sandbach, CW11 4PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW11 4PG, CW11 4PD, CW11 4PQ, CW11 4BP, CW11 4BW, CW11 4BN, CW11 4PH, CW11 4PE, CW11 4NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CW11 4PF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 49.5% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.5% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 42.4% | 37.9% | -4.5% | 37.9% | 0.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.8% | 39.1% | 4.3% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 14.2% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 5.9% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 38.4% | 43.8% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 30.2% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 14.8% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 9.7% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 34.8% | 21.1% | -13.7% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 11.6% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 16.7% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6.8% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 16.3% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.9% | 25.5% | 13.6% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 98.2% | 93.4% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97.8% | 96.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 28.4% | 13.5% | 14.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Third Avenue was 48.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.8% higher than the Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Third Avenue has the 9th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock and the 544th highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Third Avenue, Sandbach, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2024-11-15 | £213,315 |
| 20 Third Avenue, Sandbach, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2023-09-29 | £278,251 |
| 62 Third Avenue, Sandbach, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2020-01-30 | £119,236 |
| 30 Third Avenue, Sandbach, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2014-02-27 | £206,889 |
| 20 Third Avenue, Sandbach, Cheshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £154,950 | 2007-05-18 | £264,845 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandbach Primary Academy Crewe Road , CW11 4NS | 3out of 4 | 253 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheelock Primary School Crewe Road , CW11 4PY | 4out of 4 | 660 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Offley Primary Academy Offley Road , CW11 1GY | 3out of 4 | 1,277 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elworth Hall Primary School Lawton Way , Elworth CW11 1TE | 3out of 4 | 1,606 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elworth CofE Primary School School Lane , Elworth CW11 3HU | 3out of 4 | 1,786 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 | 445 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College Middlewich Road , CW11 3NT | 4out of 4 | 847 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phanthong Thai Restaurant | 2-4 Crewe Road | 532 yd | |
| Creative Indian Kitchen | 3-4 Georges Walk, High Street | 573 yd | |
| Cubar | 45 High Street | 622 yd | |
| Kebab range | 9 High Street | 626 yd | |
| The Cobbles | 34 High Street | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Hall | Old Hall Hotel, High Street | 622 yd | |
| George Inn | 39 High Street | 622 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | Wheatsheaf Hotel, 1 Hightown | 624 yd | |
| Swan & Chequers | Swan And Chequers, 16 Hightown | 689 yd | |
| Market Tavern | 8 Market Square | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 21 Crewe Road | 532 yd | |
| Hotspot (Sandbach) Ltd | 11 High Street | 626 yd | |
| The Cod Father | 31 High Street | 632 yd | |
| CW11 Burger | 17-19 Middlewich Road | 689 yd | |
| PTJ Fast Food Takeaway | 2a Old Middlewich Road | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | Waitrose, Flat Lane | 506 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 33/35 High Street | 622 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newall Avenue OAKES CLOSE | grass pitches | 267 yd |
| Sandbach School CREWE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 526 yd |
| Hassall Road LEA CLOSE | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| Sandbach High School And Sixth Form College Middlewich Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 919 yd |
| Bradwall Road FIRTH CLOSE | grass pitches | 932 yd |
| Sandbach Leisure Centre SANDBACH LEISURE CENTRE SANDBACH LEISURE CENTRE MIDDLEWICH ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 965 yd |
| Sandbach Park 1 BELVEDERE COTTAGES 1 BELVEDERE COTTAGES THE PARK | tennis courts | 969 yd |
| Sandbach Golf Club SANDBACH GOLF CLUB SANDBACH GOLF CLUB MIDDLEWICH ROAD | golf | 1,066 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.