Marsh Lane is in Nantwich and in Crewe And Nantwich district. CW5 5LH is located in the Nantwich North and West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Crewe and Nantwich. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marsh Lane, Nantwich, CW5 5LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW5 5HG, CW5 5JS, CW5 5BT, CW5 5HQ, CW5 5GZ, CW5 5JT, CW5 5HR, CW5 5HW, CW5 5HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW5 5LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 50.6% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49.4% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 CW5 5LH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.2% 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 | 25.5% | 30.8% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 53.2% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 9.0% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 9.9% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 4.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 (87.8%) 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 | 61.5% | 53.9% | -7.6% | 48.4% | 5.5% |
| Good health | 26.5% | 33.9% | 7.4% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 8.5% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 CW5 5LH this area, 7.2% 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 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.9% | 7.2% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 9.4% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 9.8% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 18.9% | 3.8% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 46% | 48.7% | 2.7% | 33.8% | 14.9% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.4% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 97.2% | 95% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.4% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.8% | 37.2% | -4.4% |
| Christian | 61.9% | 46.2% | 15.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marsh Lane was 38.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.3% lower than the Nantwich North and West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marsh Lane has the 18th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Nantwich North and West and the 584th lowest crime rate of 1,268 local areas in Cheshire East .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 115.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Mile House Marsh Lane, Nantwich, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2022-02-28 | £620,828 |
| The Gables Marsh Lane, Nantwich, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2021-08-12 | £479,264 |
| 40 Marsh Lane, Nantwich, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-05-31 | £418,854 |
| 44 Marsh Lane, Nantwich, Cheshire East Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2018-11-02 | £586,169 |
| 32 Marsh Lane, Nantwich, Cheshire East Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2015-03-20 | £393,772 |
CW5 5LH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
CW5 5LH 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millfields Primary School and Nursery Marsh Lane , CW5 5HP | 3out of 4 | 191 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nantwich Primary Academy Manor Road , CW5 5LX | 3out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Wellington Road , CW5 7DA | 4out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weaver Primary School Western Avenue , CW5 7AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acton Church of England Primary Academy Chester Road , Acton CW5 8LG | 4out of 4 | 1,740 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malbank School and Sixth Form College Welsh Row , CW5 5HD | 2out of 4 | 592 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brine Leas School Audlem Road , CW5 7DY | 3out of 4 | 1,748 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reaseheath College Reaseheath , CW5 6DF | - not rated | 2,391 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilbraham Arms | Wilbraham Arms, 58 Welsh Row | 652 yd | |
| Black Lion | The Black Lion, 29 Welsh Row | 664 yd | |
| Street | 35 Welsh Row | 694 yd | |
| Loco | 25 Welsh Row | 694 yd | |
| Sun Sing | 12 Welsh Row | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oddfellows Arms | Oddfellows Arms, 97 Welsh Row | 489 yd | |
| The Cheshire Cat | 26 Welsh Row | 694 yd | |
| Wickstead Arms | 7 Mill Street | 792 yd | |
| The Studio | Gregorys, Castle Street | 802 yd | |
| The White Horse Inn | White Horse, 22 Pillory Street | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welsh Row Fryers | 82 Welsh Row | 488 yd | |
| Variety's | 19 Welsh Row | 694 yd | |
| Flames Balti Masala | 14 Welsh Row | 694 yd | |
| The Vurrv Project | 11a Welsh Row | 705 yd | |
| Pizza Parlour | 20 Swine Market | 845 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | W M Morrison Supermarkets Plc, Station Road | 1,007 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi, Station Road | 1,011 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Malbank School And Sixth Form College Welsh Row | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 629 yd |
| C2 Fitness 1 1 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 799 yd |
| Brookfield Park SHREWBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 819 yd |
| Nantwich Swimming Pool & Fitness Centre SNOWHILL SWIMMING & SAUNA CENTRE SNOWHILL SWIMMING & SAUNA CENTRE WALL LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 895 yd |
| Nantwich Town Fc | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,049 yd |
| Nantwich Primary Academy MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,091 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 | 5.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 5.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 5.6% |
| 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 | 33.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.