Mill Lane is in Somerford Booths, Congleton and in Congleton district. CW12 2JS is located in the Brereton Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mill Lane, Somerford Booths, Congleton, CW12 2JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CW12 2JS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 48.6% | 47.4% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 51.4% | 52.6% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CW12 2JS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.3% | 24.7% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 57.6% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 13.5% | 6.7% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 3.5% | -6.0% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 53% | 45.5% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 34% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 15.2% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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% | 15.2% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 12.9% | 4.8% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 10.5% | -9.8% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 16.4% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.8% | 38% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 4.2% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.4% | 99% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 95.6% | 93.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 4.2% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 93.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.5% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.7% | 37.2% | -10.5% |
| Christian | 64.4% | 46.2% | 18.2% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Lane was 21.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.0% lower than the Brereton Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mill Lane has the 18th lowest crime rate of 63 local areas in Brereton Rural and the 336th lowest crime rate of 1,263 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Mill Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2025-08-01 | £263,723 |
| Clover Croft Mill Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2016-09-16 | £657,551 |
| 23 Mill Lane, Congleton, Cheshire Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2006-11-24 | £214,791 |
| 25 Mill Lane, Congleton, Cheshire Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2003-12-22 | £378,022 |
| 1 Mill Lane, Congleton, Cheshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 1999-03-02 | £389,079 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Mill Lane, Somerford Booths, Congleton, CW12 2JS has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 3 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 Mill Lane, Somerford Booths, Congleton, CW12 2JS has very low surface water flood risk.
0 of 3 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.
CW12 2JS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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 2JS 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 | 49 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marton and District CofE Aided Primary School School Lane , Marton SK11 9HD | 3out of 4 | 2,976 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Firs Primary School Longdown Road , CW12 4QJ | - not rated | 3,004 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Firs Primary School Longdown Road , CW12 4QJ | 3out of 4 | 3,004 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quinta Primary School Ullswater Road , CW12 4LX | - not rated | 3,827 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quinta Primary School Ullswater Road , CW12 4LX | 3out of 4 | 3,827 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Congleton High School Box Lane , CW12 4NS | 3out of 4 | 3,482 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Community High School Box Lane , CW12 4NS | - not rated | 3,482 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Congleton High School Box Lane , CW12 4NS | - not rated | 3,482 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands High School Holmes Chapel Road , CW12 4NH | - not rated | 3,585 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Valley High School Jackson Road , CW12 1NT | - not rated | 4,054 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aidenswood School 48 Parson Street , CW12 4ED | - not rated | 4,368 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Opal Education Unit 12, Holland Business Park , Riverdane Road CW12 1PN | - not rated | 4,509 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 | 4,558 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 | 4,559 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheshire Alterntive Provision School Unit 1 & 2 , Ground Floor CW12 1EH | - not rated | 4,746 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband coverage statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2026 dataset. Broadband performance statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2023 postcode-level performance data.