Back Lane is in Congleton and in Congleton district. CW12 4PY 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 Back Lane, Congleton, CW12 4PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW12 4TS, CW12 4QX, CW12 4ZQ, CW12 4QT, CW12 4PU, CW12 4WJ, CW12 4WH, CW12 4PP, CW12 4WL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CW12 4PY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 49.7% | 52.3% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 50.3% | 47.7% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 23.9% | 29.9% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 46% | -14.2% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 12.1% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 8.8% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.1% | 44.4% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 36% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 16.4% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 23.6% | 16.2% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 11.1% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 15.3% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 7.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 19.9% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 27.3% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.6% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.6% | 99% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 98.6% | 94.6% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 94.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 55.5% | 46.2% | 9.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Back Lane was 26.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.0% lower than the Congleton West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Back Lane has the 11th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Congleton West and the 412th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Back Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-07-31 | £312,263 |
| Zanya, 54 Back Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £253,000 | 2022-02-25 | £302,057 |
| 61 Back Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2021-11-12 | £211,911 |
| 41 Back Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2019-07-05 | £275,280 |
| 52 Back Lane, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2019-03-25 | £390,433 |
CW12 4PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CW12 4PY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 135 |
| Retired | 109 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Firs Primary School Longdown Road , CW12 4QJ | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quinta Primary School Ullswater Road , CW12 4LX | 3out of 4 | 758 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School Belgrave Avenue , CW12 1HT | 4out of 4 | 1,281 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlfields Primary School Waggs Road , CW12 4BT | 3out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Astbury St Mary's CofE Primary School School Lane , Astbury CW12 4RG | 1out of 4 | 2,099 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 1,038 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaton Bank Academy Jackson Road , CW12 1NT | 3out of 4 | 2,463 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aidenswood 48 Parson Street , CW12 4ED | - not rated | 1,133 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cornerstone Academy Marlfields Primary Academy , Waggs Road CW12 4BT | - not rated | 1,488 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheshire Alternative Provision School Unit 1 & 2 , Ground Floor CW12 1EH | - not rated | 1,981 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oracle School Congleton Unit 2 Dane Valley Mill , Havannah Street CW12 2AH | - not rated | 2,471 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go Banana's | Unit 2, Tower Court, Greenfield Road | 209 yd | |
| Happy Garden Restaurant | Unit 6, West Heath Precinct | 436 yd | |
| Amans | West Heath Shopping Centre, Holmes Chapel Road | 436 yd | |
| GG's | Astbury Mere Country Park, Sandy Lane | 761 yd | |
| Words and Music Coffee Shop | Danesford Community Centre, West Road | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Farm | Padgbury Lane | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit E, 5, West Heath Shopping Centre, Holmes Chapel Road | 436 yd | |
| Mario's Fish Bar | Unit 1B, West Heath Shopping Centre, Holmes Chapel Road | 462 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods | Units N & O, West Heath Shopping Centre, Sandbach Road | 436 yd | |
| Tesco Express | West Road | 525 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Quinta Primary School ULLSWATER ROAD | grass pitches | 795 yd |
| Gymetc. (Congleton) ALEXANDRIA WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 846 yd |
| Black Firs Primary School LONGDOWN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 860 yd |
| Back Lane BACK LANE | grass pitches | 952 yd |
| Congleton Cricket Bowling And Social Club CONGLETON CRICKET CLUB CONGLETON CRICKET CLUB BOOTH STREET | grass pitches | 1,038 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 | 73.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.