Tamar Close is in Congleton and in Congleton district. CW12 3RU is located in the Congleton East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tamar Close, Congleton, CW12 3RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW12 3RY, CW12 3RT, CW12 3RN, CW12 3RZ, CW12 3SR, CW12 3UA, CW12 3JX, CW12 3RD, CW12 3RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CW12 3RU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 48.9% | 48.1% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 51.1% | 51.9% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 35.3% | 30.9% | -4.4% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 49.2% | 0.9% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10% | 11.6% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 5.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 46.7% | 48.5% | 1.8% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 41% | 34.3% | -6.7% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 12.7% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
In the area around CW12 3RU this area, 8.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10% | 8.9% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 11.1% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 15% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.4% | 18.3% | 0.9% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.3% | 33.9% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 2.5% | 4.4% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 99.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 99.6% | 98.1% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 98.1% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -9.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tamar Close was 15.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.3% lower than the Congleton East average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Tamar Close has the 15th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Congleton East and the 206th lowest crime rate of 1,263 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -92.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Tamar Close, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-08-30 | £293,588 |
| 5 Tamar Close, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-08-30 | £231,506 |
| 5 Tamar Close, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2022-04-01 | £255,893 |
| 4 Tamar Close, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-12-03 | £224,878 |
| 14 Tamar Close, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-09-30 | £203,063 |
CW12 3RU 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| 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 | 858 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Daven Primary School New Street , CW12 3AH | - not rated | 858 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Daven County Junior School New Street , CW12 3AH | - not rated | 858 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Daven County Infant School New Street , CW12 3AH | - not rated | 858 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossley CofE Primary School Boundary Lane , CW12 3JA | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 2,299 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaton Bank School Jackson Road , CW12 1NT | - not rated | 2,382 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaton Bank Academy Jackson Road , CW12 1NT | - not rated | 2,382 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlands High School Holmes Chapel Road , CW12 4NH | - not rated | 3,045 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Congleton High School Box Lane , CW12 4NS | 3out of 4 | 3,886 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhouse Middle School Woodhouse Lane , Biddulph ST8 7DR | - not rated | 4,389 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse Academy Woodhouse Lane , Biddulph ST8 7DR | 3out of 4 | 4,389 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshire Alterntive Provision School Unit 1 & 2 , Ground Floor CW12 1EH | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambs House School Buxton Road , Buglawton CW12 2DT | - not rated | 1,614 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Esland Daven School Unit 2 Dane Valley Mill, Havannah Street , CW12 2AH | - not rated | 1,744 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 | 1,829 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Opal Education Unit 12, Holland Business Park , Riverdane Road CW12 1PN | - not rated | 1,883 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wonky Pear | 1a Cross Lane | 327 yd | |
| Castaway Play Ltd. | 71 Moss Road | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Head Hotel | Queens Head Hotel, Park Lane | 289 yd | |
| Railway Inn | The Railway Hotel, 4 Biddulph Road | 301 yd | |
| Wharf Inn | 121 Canal Road | 456 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M & A's Buttylicious | 1 Cross Lane | 290 yd | |
| Hightown Fish & Chips | 14 Biddulph Road | 337 yd | |
| Go East | 20 Biddulph Road | 510 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mossley Cricket Club MOSSLEY CRICKET CLUB MOSSLEY CRICKET CLUB MOSS ROAD | grass pitches | 929 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 | 45.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.04 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.04 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.