Cheshire Street is in Audlem, Crewe and in Crewe And Nantwich district. CW3 0HB is located in the Audlem electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eddisbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cheshire Street, Audlem, Crewe, CW3 0HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW3 0HL, CW3 0EY, CW3 0HX, CW3 0EZ, CW3 0HE, CW3 0HD, CW3 0HW, CW3 0HG, CW3 0AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW3 0HB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.7% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.3% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 CW3 0HB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% 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 | 16.9% | 20.4% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 55.4% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 9.7% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 16.2% | 11.9% | -4.3% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 43% | 46.4% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 32.7% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 17.4% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 2.6% | -4.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 29.7% | 17.7% | -12.0% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 9.5% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 12.7% | 1.2% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 12.5% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.8% | 39.4% | 4.6% | 33.8% | 5.6% |
| Other | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.4% | 99.3% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 95.2% 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% | 95.2% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 95.2% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cheshire Street was 62.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.9% higher than the Audlem average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cheshire Street has the 9th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Audlem and the 417th highest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 86.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66 Cheshire Street, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-09-23 | £301,434 |
| 54 Cheshire Street, Crewe, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2016-03-31 | £463,752 |
| 70 Cheshire Street, Crewe, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £327,500 | 2015-09-16 | £509,858 |
| 56 Cheshire Street, Crewe, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2013-08-23 | £554,937 |
| 56 Cheshire Street, Crewe, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £329,500 | 2011-10-31 | £573,225 |
CW3 0HB 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 CW3 0HB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 182 |
| Full-Time Employee | 123 |
| Part-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 42 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audlem St James' CofE Primary School Heathfield Road , Audlem CW3 0HH | 3out of 4 | 280 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Adderley CofE Primary School Adderley , TF9 3TF | 3out of 4 | 4,201 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tearoom at No.11 | 11 Cheshire Street | 399 yd | |
| Lord Combermere | The Lord Combermere, The Square | 494 yd | |
| Corbrook Court | Corbrook Court Care Home, Audlem Road | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shroppie Fly | The Shroppie Fly, Shropshire Street | 530 yd | |
| Bridge Inn | Bridge Inn, 12 Shropshire Street | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Chippy | 13 Cheshire Street | 384 yd | |
| Ayaan's | 5 Shropshire Street | 541 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Shropshire Street | 604 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Audlem Playing Fields CHESHIRE STREET | grass pitches | 437 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.