Orchard Manor Close is in Congleton and in Cheshire East district. CW12 4XU is located in the Congleton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 2016-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Manor Close, Congleton, CW12 4XU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW12 4LR, CW12 4EJ, CW12 4EZ, CW12 4AZ, CW12 4LT, CW12 4LS, CW12 4HZ, CW12 4LZ, CW12 4LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CW12 4XU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 51.6% | 49.5% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48.4% | 50.5% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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% | 32.6% | 10.4% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 48.5% | -10.2% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 10.6% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 6.2% | -4.9% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 (86.6%) 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 | 47.3% | 53% | 5.7% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 33.6% | -3.8% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 10% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 26.7% | 11% | -15.7% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 10.4% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 13.2% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 3.7% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 24.9% | 13.8% | 16.9% | 8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 35% | 7.9% | 33.8% | 1.2% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.6% | 95.3% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
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 | 98.9% | 94.6% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 94.6% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Manor Close was 15.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.9% lower than the Congleton West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Manor Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Congleton West and the 210th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Orchard Manor Close, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2017-09-01 | £624,849 |
| 2 Orchard Manor Close, Congleton, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2016-11-25 | £668,110 |
CW12 4XU 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 | 201 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Quinta Primary School Ullswater Road , CW12 4LX | 3out of 4 | 419 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Firs Primary School Longdown Road , CW12 4QJ | 3out of 4 | 975 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Astbury St Mary's CofE Primary School School Lane , Astbury CW12 4RG | 1out of 4 | 1,686 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlfields Primary School Waggs Road , CW12 4BT | 3out of 4 | 1,958 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School Belgrave Avenue , CW12 1HT | 4out of 4 | 2,131 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 511 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaton Bank Academy Jackson Road , CW12 1NT | 3out of 4 | 3,519 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 | 1,592 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cornerstone Academy Marlfields Primary Academy , Waggs Road CW12 4BT | - not rated | 1,958 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheshire Alternative Provision School Unit 1 & 2 , Ground Floor CW12 1EH | - not rated | 2,710 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oracle School Congleton Unit 2 Dane Valley Mill , Havannah Street CW12 2AH | - not rated | 3,426 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Garden Restaurant | Unit 6, West Heath Precinct | 720 yd | |
| Amans | West Heath Shopping Centre, Holmes Chapel Road | 720 yd | |
| Nobanno | Astbury Lake, Newcastle Road | 750 yd | |
| GG's | Astbury Mere Country Park, Sandy Lane | 981 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Farm | Padgbury Lane | 89 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mario's Fish Bar | Unit 1B, West Heath Shopping Centre, Holmes Chapel Road | 692 yd | |
| Subway | Unit E, 5, West Heath Shopping Centre, Holmes Chapel Road | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods | Units N & O, West Heath Shopping Centre, Sandbach Road | 720 yd | |
| Tesco Express | West Road | 1,045 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Quinta Primary School ULLSWATER ROAD | grass pitches | 347 yd |
| Congleton High School BOX LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 592 yd |
| Black Firs Primary School LONGDOWN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,011 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.