Cole Hill Bank is in Congleton and in Congleton district. CW12 3AD 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 Cole Hill Bank, Congleton, CW12 3AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW12 1BL, CW12 1RP, CW12 1BF, CW12 4AB, CW12 1BD, CW12 3AB, CW12 1ES, CW12 1ER, CW12 3AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW12 3AD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.1% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49% | 48.9% | -0.1% | 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.
In the immediate area around CW12 3AD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.4% 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 | 36.7% | 48.4% | 11.7% | 37.9% | 10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30% | 33.3% | 3.3% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 4% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 15% | 10.7% | -4.3% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 16.7% | 3.6% | -13.1% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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% | 43.4% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 32.6% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 15.4% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 7.5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.3% | 20.4% | -12.9% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 11.6% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 15.1% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 8.4% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 20% | 11.7% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 21.8% | -7.0% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.3% | 96.8% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 95.8% | 92.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 92.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 40.4% | 46.2% | -5.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cole Hill Bank was 178.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 162.4% higher than the Congleton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cole Hill Bank has the 8th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Congleton East and the 88th highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 122.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Cole Hill Bank, Congleton, Cheshire East Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-05-03 | £89,191 |
| 2 - 4 Cole Hill Bank, Congleton, Cheshire East Other, an established residential building | £373,000 | 2023-03-01 | £409,146 |
| 24 Cole Hill Bank, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2022-04-04 | £463,016 |
| 1 Cole Hill Bank, Congleton, Cheshire East Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2022-01-18 | £71,387 |
| 1 Cole Hill Bank, Congleton, Cheshire East Other, an established residential building | £22,500 | 2021-03-30 | £25,797 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daven Primary School New Street , CW12 3AH | 2out of 4 | 482 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlfields Primary School Waggs Road , CW12 4BT | 3out of 4 | 513 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School Belgrave Avenue , CW12 1HT | 4out of 4 | 643 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buglawton Primary School Buxton Old Road , CW12 2EL | 4out of 4 | 1,542 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Astbury St Mary's CofE Primary School School Lane , Astbury CW12 4RG | 1out of 4 | 1,855 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 1,706 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Congleton High School Box Lane , CW12 4NS | 3out of 4 | 2,656 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshire Alternative Provision School Unit 1 & 2 , Ground Floor CW12 1EH | - not rated | 331 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornerstone Academy Marlfields Primary Academy , Waggs Road CW12 4BT | - not rated | 513 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aidenswood 48 Parson Street , CW12 4ED | - not rated | 848 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Oracle School Congleton Unit 2 Dane Valley Mill , Havannah Street CW12 2AH | - not rated | 1,306 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purple Pakora | 8-14 Lawton Street | 91 yd | |
| No1 Health Kitchen | 24 High Street | 120 yd | |
| Hot Spot | 26 High Street | 123 yd | |
| Roma Deli | 1 Capitol Walk, High Street | 173 yd | |
| Reuben Stubbs Bistro | 46 Lawton Street | 177 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crazy Moose | 18 Lawton Street | 91 yd | |
| The Prince of Wales | 4-6 Lawton Street | 91 yd | |
| The Club | 2 Chapel Street | 120 yd | |
| Ye Olde White Lion | Ye Olde White Lion, 22 High Street | 123 yd | |
| Ye Olde Kings Arms | 1 High Street | 128 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Delight | 10 High Street | 80 yd | |
| Sizzlers | 8 High Street | 80 yd | |
| Congleton Tandoori | 22 Lawton Street | 91 yd | |
| Valley's Congleton | 32 High Street | 123 yd | |
| Boteco Brazilian Street Food | 6 Capital Walk, High Street | 176 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Bridestones Shopping Centre, Victoria Street | 280 yd | |
| Co-op | 60 Bromley Road | 826 yd | |
| Tesco Superstore | Tesco, Barn Road | 991 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Unit A | 1,044 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Congleton Leisure Centre WORRALL STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 449 yd |
| Anatomy Health And Fitness (Closed) Edwards Mill Edwards Mill Hatter Street | health and fitness suite | 531 yd |
| Marfields Primary School WAGGS ROAD | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Congleton Cricket Bowling And Social Club CONGLETON CRICKET CLUB CONGLETON CRICKET CLUB BOOTH STREET | grass pitches | 779 yd |
| Booth Street Stadium (Congleton Town Fc) CRESCENT ROAD | grass pitches | 845 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.