Alum Court is in Holmes Chapel, Crewe and in Congleton district. CW4 7PJ is located in the Dane Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Congleton. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alum Court, Holmes Chapel, Crewe, CW4 7PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW4 8AY, CW4 7FU, CW4 7QP, CW4 7DD, CW4 7JF, CW4 7HE, CW4 7QR, CW4 7HG, CW4 7BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW4 7PJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51.8% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.2% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 CW4 7PJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.4% 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 | 21.7% | 26.6% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 54.4% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 10.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 11.4% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 4.6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (90.5%) 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 | 57% | 57.2% | 0.2% | 48.4% | 8.8% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 33.3% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 5.5% | 6.4% | 0.9% | 12.7% | -6.3% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.9% | 11% | 1.1% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 7.6% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 11.7% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 15.9% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.1% | 50% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.2% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 98.2% | 95.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 95.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alum Court was 8.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.7% lower than the Dane Valley average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Alum Court has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Dane Valley and the 95th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Alum Court, Crewe, Cheshire East Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-06-18 | £285,717 |
| 24 Alum Court, Crewe, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-06-14 | £270,217 |
| 22 Alum Court, Crewe, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-03-08 | £259,899 |
| 15 Alum Court, Crewe, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-09-20 | £294,741 |
| 2 Alum Court, Crewe, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-10-21 | £266,863 |
CW4 7PJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CW4 7PJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmes Chapel Primary School Middlewich Road , Holmes Chapel CW4 7EB | 4out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hermitage Primary School Hermitage Drive , Holmes Chapel CW4 7NP | 4out of 4 | 1,149 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brereton CofE Primary School School Lane , Brereton Green CW11 1RN | 3out of 4 | 2,998 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goostrey Community Primary School Main Road , Goostrey CW4 8PE | 4out of 4 | 4,068 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Byley Primary School and Nursery Moss Lane , Byley CW10 9NG | 3out of 4 | 5,156 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmes Chapel Comprehensive School Selkirk Drive , Holmes Chapel CW4 7DX | 4out of 4 | 980 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terra Nova School Jodrell Bank , Holmes Chapel CW4 8BT | - not rated | 5,305 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABM Catering | Recipharm, London Road | 247 yd | |
| Holmes Chapel Community Centre | Holmes Chapel Community Centre, Station Road | 622 yd | |
| Pink Garlic | 31 Station Road | 622 yd | |
| Miola | 40 London Road | 832 yd | |
| Village Kitchen | 4 Church Walk | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Inn | 27/29 Station Road | 490 yd | |
| The Old Red Lion | The Old Red Lion, 17 London Road | 861 yd | |
| George & Dragon | George And Dragon, Middlewich Road | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Fourno | 35 London Road | 761 yd | |
| London Road Fish Bar | The Precinct, 33 London Road | 761 yd | |
| Charlie's | 19a London Road | 824 yd | |
| Sun Kong | 36 London Road | 864 yd | |
| Jalfrezi | 32 London Road | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Manor Lane | 832 yd | |
| Tesco Express Holmes Chapel (3563) | 28 London Road | 864 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 8-10 London Road | 948 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holmes Chapel Cricket Club VICTORIA AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 385 yd |
| Holmes Chapel Community Centre SEVERN WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 481 yd |
| Holmes Chapel Primary School MIDDLEWICH ROAD | grass pitches | 980 yd |
| Holmes Chapel Leisure Centre SELKIRK DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,089 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.77 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.