Bag Lane is in Crowton, Northwich and in Cheshire West And Chester district. CW8 2TT is located in the Weaver & Cuddington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Weaver Vale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bag Lane, Crowton, Northwich, CW8 2TT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW8 2TT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 51.9% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51% | 48.1% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 CW8 2TT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.4% 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 | 21.8% | 21.6% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -16.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 60.4% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 16.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8.2% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 8% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 (85.1%) 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 | 52.7% | 49.8% | -2.9% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 35.3% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 9.1% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
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 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.9% | 11.2% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 6.3% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 12.1% | 0.7% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 13.2% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.8% | 48.8% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 15.0% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.8% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.2% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 96.8% | 96.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.3% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 76.7% | 14.8% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 63.6% | 46.2% | 17.4% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bag Lane was 64.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.8% higher than the Frodsham average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Bag Lane has the 15th highest crime rate of 83 local areas in Frodsham and the 369th highest crime rate of 1,160 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fern Lea Bag Lane, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-12-20 | £455,085 |
| Fern Lea Bag Lane, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,700 | 2017-02-10 | £372,904 |
| Ivy Cottage Bag Lane, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2014-10-24 | £442,043 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Bag Lane, Crowton, Northwich, CW8 2TT has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 2 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Bag Lane, Crowton, Northwich, CW8 2TT has very low surface water flood risk.
0 of 2 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
CW8 2TT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
CW8 2TT 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 CW8 2TT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 155 |
| Full-Time Employee | 132 |
| Self-Employed | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 35 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crowton Christ Church CofE Primary School Crowton , CW8 2RW | - not rated | 2,208 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandiway Primary School Weaverham Road , Sandiway CW8 2ND | - not rated | 2,375 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandiway Primary School Weaverham Road , Sandiway CW8 2ND | - not rated | 2,375 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norley Church of England Primary School Hough Lane , Norley WA6 8JZ | 3out of 4 | 2,519 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norley CofE VA Primary School Hough Lane , Norley WA6 8JZ | - not rated | 2,519 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weaverham High School Lime Avenue , Weaverham CW8 3HT | - not rated | 2,514 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weaverham High School Lime Avenue , Weaverham CW8 3HT | 3out of 4 | 2,514 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartford High School A Specialist Languages and Sports College Hartford Campus , Chester Road CW8 1LH | - not rated | 5,439 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartford Church of England High School Hartford Campus Chester Road , CW8 1LH | 3out of 4 | 5,439 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Russett School Middlehurst Avenue , Weaverham CW8 3BW | 4out of 4 | 3,422 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Russett School Middlehurst Avenue , Weaverham CW8 3BW | - not rated | 3,422 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Petty Pool College Pool Lane , Sandiway CW8 2DR | - not rated | 3,831 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Junior School Beechwood Avenue , Hartford CW8 3AU | - not rated | 4,435 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Bradburns Lane , Hartford CW8 1LU | - not rated | 5,031 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.