Giantswood Lane is in Congleton and in Congleton district. CW12 2HQ 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 Giantswood Lane, Congleton, CW12 2HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW12 2HW, CW12 1LL, CW12 1LX, CW12 2HN, CW12 2HX, CW12 2HP, CW12 2HJ, CW12 1NN, CW12 2HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW12 2HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.9% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.1% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 33.2% | 31.6% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 45.6% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 5% | 3.1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 12.7% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 40% | 45.7% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 37% | -4.1% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 13.2% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.2% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 22.3% | 18.2% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 0.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 8% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 13.8% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 6.7% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 21.8% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 29.8% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.8% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.5% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97.4% | 98.1% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 98.1% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Giantswood Lane was 39.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.6% lower than the Congleton East average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Giantswood Lane has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Congleton East and the 598th lowest crime rate of 1,263 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24A Giantswood Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2025-03-10 | £363,302 |
| Giantswood House, 49 Giantswood Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £638,750 | 2024-09-27 | £680,421 |
| 35 Giantswood Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-05-27 | £358,000 |
| 37 Giantswood Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2021-09-23 | £746,698 |
| 51 Giantswood Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £551,000 | 2021-09-16 | £699,297 |
CW12 2HQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% 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.
CW12 2HQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 70 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School Belgrave Avenue , CW12 1HT | - not rated | 994 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School Belgrave Avenue , CW12 1HT | 2out of 4 | 994 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Havannah Primary School Malhamdale Road , CW12 2DF | - not rated | 1,225 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buglawton Primary School Buxton Old Road , CW12 2EL | - not rated | 1,268 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Congleton St James CofE Primary School Astbury Street , CW12 4EF | - not rated | 1,379 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dane Valley High School Jackson Road , CW12 1NT | - not rated | 453 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaton Bank School Jackson Road , CW12 1NT | - not rated | 656 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaton Bank Academy Jackson Road , CW12 1NT | - not rated | 656 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands High School Holmes Chapel Road , CW12 4NH | - not rated | 1,993 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Congleton High School Box Lane , CW12 4NS | 3out of 4 | 2,849 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opal Education Unit 12, Holland Business Park , Riverdane Road CW12 1PN | - not rated | 817 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Esland Daven School Unit 2 Dane Valley Mill, Havannah Street , CW12 2AH | - not rated | 839 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Esland Congleton School Unit 2 Dane Valley Mill , Havannah Street CW12 2AH | - not rated | 858 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambs House School Buxton Road , Buglawton CW12 2DT | - not rated | 1,032 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheshire Alterntive Provision School Unit 1 & 2 , Ground Floor CW12 1EH | - not rated | 1,222 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffin Hub | Manchester Road | 238 yd | |
| Baxter Storey | Siemens House, Varey Road | 714 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 2 Barn Road | 751 yd | |
| Costa @ Tesco | Barn Road | 782 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurants Ltd | Clayton By Pass | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rams Head | 2 Derby Street | 907 yd | |
| The Throstles Nest | 11 Buxton Road | 923 yd | |
| The Lord Mountbatten | The Lord Mountbatten, 70 Mill Street | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Heath Chip Shop | 34 Lower Heath | 318 yd | |
| Phil's Famous Chippy | 2 Hillfields | 797 yd | |
| SIF Sweet Treats | 60 Rood Hill | 812 yd | |
| Pagoda Takeaway | 11B Buxton Road | 922 yd | |
| Burgerittos XL | 62 Havannah Street | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Unit A | 751 yd | |
| Tesco Superstore | Tesco, Barn Road | 782 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eaton Bank Academy JACKSON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 675 yd |
| Gymetc. (Congleton) ALEXANDRIA WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 890 yd |
| St Johns Road ST. JOHNS ROAD | grass pitches | 970 yd |
| Congleton Leisure Centre WORRALL STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,081 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 | 79.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.