Oak Avenue is in Winsford and in Vale Royal district. CW7 1EL is located in the Winsford Dene electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eddisbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oak Avenue, Winsford, CW7 1EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW7 1EJ, CW7 1DE, CW7 1EG, CW7 1JN, CW7 1DF, CW7 1EA, CW7 1JW, CW7 1EQ, CW7 4AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW7 1EL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 50.2% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48% | 49.8% | 1.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.8% | 38.7% | 4.9% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45% | 46.2% | 1.2% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 7.1% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 6% | -5.5% | 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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.9% | 33.4% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -15.0% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 35% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 21.3% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 8.6% |
| Bad health | 10.5% | 8% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 CW7 1EL this area, 31.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.4% | 31.8% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 12.1% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 11.7% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.3% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 16.3% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.7% | 17.4% | 10.7% | 33.8% | -16.4% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.7% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98.7% 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% | 98.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 97.8% | 98.7% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Avenue was 30.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.3% lower than the Winsford Dene average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oak Avenue has the 12th lowest crime rate of 63 local areas in Winsford Dene and the 416th lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oak Avenue, Winsford, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £258,500 | 2025-03-14 | £263,259 |
| 9 Oak Avenue, Winsford, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-01-31 | £240,829 |
| 11 Oak Avenue, Winsford, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-07-14 | £174,262 |
| 11 Oak Avenue, Winsford, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2018-07-09 | £166,717 |
| 17 Oak Avenue, Winsford, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-06-29 | £229,650 |
CW7 1EL 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Chad's Church of England Primary and Nursery School Gladstone Street , CW7 4AT | 3out of 4 | 595 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darnhall Primary School Sandyhill Road , Darnhall CW7 1JL | 3out of 4 | 651 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Over Hall Community School Ludlow Close , CW7 1LX | 3out of 4 | 666 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School Woodford Lane , CW7 2JS | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winsford High Street Community Primary School High Street , CW7 2AU | 3out of 4 | 995 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Winsford Academy Grange Lane , CW7 2BT | 3out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands School Montgomery Way , CW7 1NU | 4out of 4 | 930 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hebden Green Community School Woodford Lane West , CW7 4EJ | 4out of 4 | 1,631 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Star | Old Star Inn Swanlow Lane | 509 yd | |
| Winsford Lifestyle Centre | Winsford Lifestyle Centre The Drumber | 537 yd | |
| Queens Arms | Queens Arms Dene Drive | 716 yd | |
| Belly's | 237 Weaver Street | 729 yd | |
| Clare?s munchies | Fern Villa Ways Green | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ways Green Conservative Club | Fern Villa Ways Green | 743 yd | |
| Rifleman Inn | The Rifleman Inn Weaver Street | 917 yd | |
| George & Dragon Hotel | George And Dragon Delamere Street | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caprinos Pizza | 6 Jubilee Way | 801 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 4 Jubilee Way | 822 yd | |
| Cheshire Fish Bar | 432 High Street | 827 yd | |
| Hong Kong Chef | 205 Weaver Street | 844 yd | |
| Winsford Fish & Chips | 6 - 8 Woodford Lane | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Supermarket | Asda Dene Drive | 712 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Aldi Dene Drive | 716 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winsford Sports Complex (Closed) The Drumber | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 595 yd |
| Winsford Lifestyle Centre Winsford Sports Complex Winsford Sports Complex The Drumber | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 607 yd |
| Darnhall Primary School SANDYHILL ROAD | grass pitches | 635 yd |
| Over Hall Community School LUDLOW CLOSE | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Dw Fitness (Winsford) JUBILEE WAY | health and fitness suite | 833 yd |
| The Verdin Exchange GRANGE YARD GRANGE YARD GRANGE LANE | grass pitches | 948 yd |
| Winsford High Street Community Primary School HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 1,006 yd |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School WOODFORD LANE | grass pitches | 1,012 yd |
| Oaklands School MONTGOMERY WAY | 1,029 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 | 61.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 162 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.