Badger Close is in Winsford and in Vale Royal district. CW7 2TR is located in the Winsford Over & Verdin electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eddisbury. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Badger Close, Winsford, CW7 2TR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW7 2TS, CW7 2NW, CW7 2UY, CW7 2NS, CW7 2TT, CW7 2NT, CW7 2LW, CW7 2NN, CW7 2UW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW7 2TR 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 | 47.5% | 50.6% | 3.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 52.5% | 49.4% | -3.1% | 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 CW7 2TR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.8% 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 | 27% | 29% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 58.8% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 14.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 7.2% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 (85.2%) 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 | 55.4% | 54% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 5.6% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 31.2% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 10.4% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 11.2% | 13.1% | 1.9% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 11.3% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 11.3% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 4.3% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 18.1% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 38.3% | 8.5% | 33.8% | 4.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.5% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.5% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 98.3% | 94.8% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 95.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 62.2% | 46.2% | 16.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Badger Close was 23.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.4% lower than the Winsford Over & Verdin average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Badger Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Winsford Over & Verdin and the 319th lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.3%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Badger Close, Winsford, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-11-24 | £324,049 |
| 8 Badger Close, Winsford, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £214,995 | 2018-06-29 | £301,280 |
| 4 Badger Close, Winsford, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £224,000 | 2016-02-15 | £340,700 |
| 2 Badger Close, Winsford, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2013-05-24 | £336,859 |
| 7 Badger Close, Winsford, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £194,000 | 2011-09-02 | £322,107 |
CW7 2TR 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 | 139 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak View Academy Whitby's Lane , Over CW7 2LZ | 3out of 4 | 612 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Over St John's CofE Primary School Delamere Street , CW7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 916 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School Woodford Lane , CW7 2JS | 3out of 4 | 1,001 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Community Nursery and Primary School Brindley Avenue , CW7 2EG | 1out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Over Hall Community School Ludlow Close , CW7 1LX | 3out of 4 | 1,384 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,541 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 | 1,175 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hebden Green Community School Woodford Lane West , CW7 4EJ | 4out of 4 | 1,189 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atalian Servest Food Co. | Clemonds Hey Oakmere Road | 432 yd | |
| The Gate Inn | The Gate Inn Delamere Street | 501 yd | |
| Delamere Sandwich Shop | 94A Delamere Street | 837 yd | |
| Edsential | Hazelmere Hambleton Way | 911 yd | |
| Fortysevens Winsford | 7 Delamere Street | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George & Dragon Hotel | George And Dragon Delamere Street | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winsford Kebab House | 94 Delamere Street | 842 yd | |
| Sun Kin Fish & Chips Chinese Takeaway | 9 Abbotts Way | 844 yd | |
| New Golden Chef Chinese takeaway | 92 Delamere Street | 847 yd | |
| Grange Takeaway | 5 Abbotts Way | 851 yd | |
| Prime Fast Foods | 1 Woodford Lane | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 108 Delamere Street | 766 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oak View Academy WHITBYS LANE | grass pitches | 471 yd |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School WOODFORD LANE | grass pitches | 903 yd |
| Oaklands School MONTGOMERY WAY | 1,080 yd | |
| Winsford Bmx Track QUANTOCK CLOSE | cycling | 1,087 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.