Ashbourne Drive is in Weston, Crewe and in Crewe And Nantwich district. CW2 5FY is located in the Wybunbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Crewe and Nantwich. This postcode has been in use since 2004-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashbourne Drive, Weston, Crewe, CW2 5FY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW2 5FX, CW2 5FW, CW2 5SA, CW2 5GG, CW2 5GF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CW2 5FY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 49.1% | 48.7% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 50.9% | 51.3% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CW2 5FY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.5% | 20.6% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71% | 69.4% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 25.2% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 5.7% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 (93%) 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 | 69.4% | 67.2% | -2.2% | 48.4% | 18.8% |
| Good health | 22.8% | 25.8% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -7.8% |
| Fair health | 6.9% | 5.9% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -6.8% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
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 CW2 5FY this area, 5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 50.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.1% | 5% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -13.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 6.8% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 13.9% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 3.6% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 18.1% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.2% | 50.5% | 2.3% | 33.8% | 16.7% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.1% | 91.9% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 95.1% | 93.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 93.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.9% | 76.7% | 17.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 1.9% | 13.5% | -11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.7% | 37.2% | -9.5% |
| Christian | 64.4% | 46.2% | 18.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashbourne Drive was 8.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.2% lower than the Nantwich South and Stapeley average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Ashbourne Drive has the 4th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Nantwich South and Stapeley and the 91st lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Ashbourne Drive, Crewe, Cheshire East Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £377,500 | 2025-02-24 | £388,829 |
| 44 Ashbourne Drive, Crewe, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2024-12-13 | £556,847 |
| 26 Ashbourne Drive, Crewe, Cheshire East Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-05-05 | £366,897 |
| 18 Ashbourne Drive, Crewe, Cheshire East Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-04-29 | £374,805 |
| 20 Ashbourne Drive, Crewe, Cheshire East Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2021-11-15 | £298,717 |
CW2 5FY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CW2 5FY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Village Primary School East Avenue , Weston CW2 5LZ | 3out of 4 | 1,776 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Betley CofE VC Primary School Church Lane , Betley CW3 9AX | 3out of 4 | 3,430 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wybunbury Delves CofE Primary School Bridge Street , Wybunbury CW5 7NE | 3out of 4 | 3,515 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shavington Primary School Southbank Avenue , Shavington CW2 5BP | 3out of 4 | 3,521 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Berkeley Academy Laidon Avenue , Wistaston CW2 6RU | 3out of 4 | 4,788 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shavington Academy Rope Lane , CW2 5DH | 3out of 4 | 4,441 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safe Opportunities Unit G4, Scope House , Weston Road CW1 6DD | - not rated | 4,642 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield School Crewe Green Road , Cheshire East CW1 5HS | 4out of 4 | 5,464 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wychwood Park | Wychwood Park Hotel, Wychwood Park | 673 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wychwood Park WYCHWOOD PARK | golf, health and fitness suite | 900 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 308.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.