Hillesden Rise is in Congleton and in Congleton district. CW12 3DR is located in the Congleton East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillesden Rise, Congleton, CW12 3DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW12 3DJ, CW12 3ES, CW12 3EU, CW12 3DD, CW12 3RJ, CW12 3RG, CW12 3EN, CW12 3ET, CW12 3EP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CW12 3DR has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 46.8% | 50% | 3.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 53.2% | 50% | -3.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 22.2% | 29.6% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.5% | 51% | -13.5% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.6% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 7.8% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.4% | 56.8% | -0.6% | 48.4% | 8.4% |
| Good health | 29% | 29.2% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 11.4% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.1% | 14.2% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 7.7% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 11.8% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 11.8% | -0.7% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.3% | 45.9% | 7.6% | 33.8% | 12.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.3% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.4% | 98.4% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 96.5% | 93.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 93.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 59% | 46.2% | 12.8% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillesden Rise was 42.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.8% lower than the Congleton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillesden Rise has the 33rd lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Congleton East and the 609th highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Hillesden Rise, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £417,000 | 2016-05-26 | £633,008 |
| 1 Hillesden Rise, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2014-02-28 | £695,604 |
| 4 Hillesden Rise, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £372,000 | 2012-11-29 | £664,026 |
| 1 Hillesden Rise, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2012-02-06 | £733,110 |
| 6 Hillesden Rise, Congleton, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £347,500 | 2004-05-07 | £748,251 |
CW12 3DR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daven Primary School New Street , CW12 3AH | 2out of 4 | 487 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buglawton Primary School Buxton Old Road , CW12 2EL | 4out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlfields Primary School Waggs Road , CW12 4BT | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School Belgrave Avenue , CW12 1HT | 4out of 4 | 1,481 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossley CofE Primary School Boundary Lane , CW12 3JA | 2out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,769 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Congleton High School Box Lane , CW12 4NS | 3out of 4 | 3,591 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhouse Academy Woodhouse Lane , Biddulph ST8 7DR | 3out of 4 | 4,978 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 768 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oracle School Congleton Unit 2 Dane Valley Mill , Havannah Street CW12 2AH | - not rated | 1,219 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornerstone Academy Marlfields Primary Academy , Waggs Road CW12 4BT | - not rated | 1,399 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aidenswood 48 Parson Street , CW12 4ED | - not rated | 1,768 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wonky Pear | 1a Cross Lane | 615 yd | |
| Reuben Stubbs Bistro | 46 Lawton Street | 798 yd | |
| The Loft Cafe | Victoria Mill, Foundry Bank | 836 yd | |
| Purple Pakora | 8-14 Lawton Street | 929 yd | |
| The Forum Restaurant | Worrall Street | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Head Hotel | Queens Head Hotel, Park Lane | 390 yd | |
| Wharf Inn | 121 Canal Road | 531 yd | |
| Railway Inn | The Railway Hotel, 4 Biddulph Road | 553 yd | |
| Bear Town Tap | 18 Willow Street | 793 yd | |
| Antelope | 80 Lawton Street | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hightown Fish & Chips | 14 Biddulph Road | 611 yd | |
| M & A's Buttylicious | 1 Cross Lane | 633 yd | |
| Cheeky Chicken | 51 Lawton Street | 779 yd | |
| Green Island Chippy | 10 Willow Street | 793 yd | |
| Chopstix Chinese Take Away | 58 Lawton Street | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 60 Bromley Road | 608 yd | |
| Morrisons | Bridestones Shopping Centre, Victoria Street | 1,044 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anatomy Health And Fitness (Closed) Edwards Mill Edwards Mill Hatter Street | health and fitness suite | 667 yd |
| Congleton Leisure Centre WORRALL STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 921 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.