Holford Street is in Congleton and in Congleton district. CW12 1HA is located in the Congleton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holford Street, Congleton, CW12 1HA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW12 1HH, CW12 1HB, CW12 1HE, CW12 1JU, CW12 1HF, CW12 1AB, CW12 1JN, CW12 1AH, CW12 1HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CW12 1HA is primarily male, with 53.9% of the population 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 | 42.2% | 46.1% | 3.9% | 51.0% | -4.9% |
| Male | 57.8% | 53.9% | -3.9% | 49.0% | 4.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CW12 1HA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 52.2% | 56.4% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.4% | 15.4% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -28.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 5.7% | 3.9% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 17% | 20.5% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 11.4% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 3.1% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 37.1% | 35.2% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -13.2% |
| Good health | 41% | 42.3% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 8.7% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 13.7% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 6% | 7.4% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 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 | 21.3% | 17.4% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.7% | 12% | -9.7% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 13.9% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 3.5% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 19.3% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 31.7% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.5% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 94% | 90.5% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 9.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 87.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 87.3% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 7.4% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 4.9% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.8% | 87.3% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7.7% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.4% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.7% | 76.7% | -5.0% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.3% | 37.2% | 15.1% |
| Christian | 39.6% | 46.2% | -6.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holford Street was 465.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 585.4% higher than the Congleton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holford Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Congleton East and the 14th highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 243.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -87.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Holford Street, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-03-26 | £186,703 |
| 11 Holford Street, Congleton, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2025-02-14 | £122,458 |
| 7 Holford Street, Congleton, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-08-23 | £183,408 |
| 19 Holford Street, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2021-07-22 | £198,360 |
| 3 Holford Street, Congleton, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2021-01-13 | £99,520 |
| Full-Time Employee | 113 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School Belgrave Avenue , CW12 1HT | 4out of 4 | 234 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlfields Primary School Waggs Road , CW12 4BT | 3out of 4 | 459 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Daven Primary School New Street , CW12 3AH | 2out of 4 | 977 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quinta Primary School Ullswater Road , CW12 4LX | 3out of 4 | 1,661 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buglawton Primary School Buxton Old Road , CW12 2EL | 4out of 4 | 1,760 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eaton Bank Academy Jackson Road , CW12 1NT | 3out of 4 | 1,685 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Congleton High School Box Lane , CW12 4NS | 3out of 4 | 2,218 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Academy Marlfields Primary Academy , Waggs Road CW12 4BT | - not rated | 459 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aidenswood 48 Parson Street , CW12 4ED | - not rated | 546 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cheshire Alternative Provision School Unit 1 & 2 , Ground Floor CW12 1EH | - not rated | 673 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oracle School Congleton Unit 2 Dane Valley Mill , Havannah Street CW12 2AH | - not rated | 1,429 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulls Head Hotel | 4 Mill Street | 75 yd | |
| Four Friends | 14-16 Mill Street | 88 yd | |
| No 15 Bar & Grill | 15 West Street | 93 yd | |
| Pup Cups Cafe | 7 Mill Street | 108 yd | |
| KingfishR | Antrobus Street | 123 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Counting House | 18 Swan Bank | 113 yd | |
| Rumba | 6-8 Swan Bank | 113 yd | |
| DV8 | 6 Little Street | 161 yd | |
| The Lord Mountbatten | The Lord Mountbatten, 70 Mill Street | 273 yd | |
| Rams Head | 2 Derby Street | 311 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Ruby | 91 Antrobus Street | 67 yd | |
| 21 Fish and Chips | 21 Antrobus Street | 123 yd | |
| Beartown Spices | 24 West Street | 130 yd | |
| Top Nosh | 71 West Street | 227 yd | |
| Q&J Chinese Takeaway | 58 West Street | 227 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Bridestones Shopping Centre, Victoria Street | 393 yd | |
| Tesco Superstore | Tesco, Barn Road | 565 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Unit A | 620 yd | |
| Tesco Express | West Road | 1,038 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Congleton Cricket Bowling And Social Club CONGLETON CRICKET CLUB CONGLETON CRICKET CLUB BOOTH STREET | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| Marfields Primary School WAGGS ROAD | grass pitches | 454 yd |
| Booth Street Stadium (Congleton Town Fc) CRESCENT ROAD | grass pitches | 525 yd |
| Congleton Leisure Centre WORRALL STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 628 yd |
| Anatomy Health And Fitness (Closed) Edwards Mill Edwards Mill Hatter Street | health and fitness suite | 857 yd |
| Gymetc. (Congleton) ALEXANDRIA WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,014 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 46.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.