Greenwood Avenue is in Congleton and in Congleton district. CW12 3HJ is located in the Congleton East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greenwood Avenue, Congleton, CW12 3HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW12 3HA, CW12 3HE, CW12 3HH, CW12 3DZ, CW12 3HN, CW12 3DY, CW12 3HD, CW12 3HW, CW12 3SA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CW12 3HJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 52.9% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 46.5% | 47.1% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 3HJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.3% 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 | 36.6% | 46.3% | 9.7% | 37.9% | 8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 33% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 12.6% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 13.1% | 5.2% | -7.9% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 35.2% | 36.4% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -12.0% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 41.3% | 7.8% | 33.6% | 7.7% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 14.3% | -6.8% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 5.8% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.8% | 24.9% | -15.9% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 14.2% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 15.5% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.8% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 20.4% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.9% | 16.5% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.6% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 94.2% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98.9% | 96.4% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 96.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.1% | 76.7% | -14.6% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 35.9% | 13.5% | 22.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greenwood Avenue was 436.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 542.2% higher than the Congleton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Greenwood Avenue has the 3rd highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Congleton East and the 16th highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 335.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Greenwood Avenue, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2024-08-23 | £188,259 |
| 24 Greenwood Avenue, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2018-09-21 | £161,116 |
| 24 Greenwood Avenue, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2012-04-18 | £179,498 |
| 24 Greenwood Avenue, Congleton, Cheshire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2006-09-04 | £178,696 |
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daven Primary School New Street , CW12 3AH | 2out of 4 | 642 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buglawton Primary School Buxton Old Road , CW12 2EL | 4out of 4 | 774 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School Belgrave Avenue , CW12 1HT | 4out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlfields Primary School Waggs Road , CW12 4BT | 3out of 4 | 1,411 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Havannah Primary School Malhamdale Road , CW12 2DF | 3out of 4 | 1,552 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 | 1,320 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Congleton High School Box Lane , CW12 4NS | 3out of 4 | 3,490 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 | 5,391 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 | 605 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oracle School Congleton Unit 2 Dane Valley Mill , Havannah Street CW12 2AH | - not rated | 770 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornerstone Academy Marlfields Primary Academy , Waggs Road CW12 4BT | - not rated | 1,411 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aidenswood 48 Parson Street , CW12 4ED | - not rated | 1,735 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 Loft Cafe | Victoria Mill, Foundry Bank | 638 yd | |
| Home of Feast | The Old Chapel | 680 yd | |
| Reuben Stubbs Bistro | 46 Lawton Street | 724 yd | |
| The Forum Restaurant | Worrall Street | 733 yd | |
| Purple Pakora | 8-14 Lawton Street | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Town Tap | 18 Willow Street | 587 yd | |
| The Throstles Nest | 11 Buxton Road | 614 yd | |
| Congleton RUFC | 78 Park Street | 707 yd | |
| Antelope | 80 Lawton Street | 724 yd | |
| Queens Head Hotel | Queens Head Hotel, Park Lane | 816 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Island Chippy | 10 Willow Street | 587 yd | |
| Pagoda Takeaway | 11B Buxton Road | 619 yd | |
| Cheeky Chicken | 51 Lawton Street | 719 yd | |
| Chopstix Chinese Take Away | 58 Lawton Street | 724 yd | |
| Congleton Grill | 60 Lawton Street | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 60 Bromley Road | 187 yd | |
| Morrisons | Bridestones Shopping Centre, Victoria Street | 879 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anatomy Health And Fitness (Closed) Edwards Mill Edwards Mill Hatter Street | health and fitness suite | 415 yd |
| Congleton Leisure Centre WORRALL STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 670 yd |
| Buglawton Primary School BUXTON OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 768 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.