Beach Road is in Hartford, Northwich and in Vale Royal district. CW8 3AB is located in the Hartford & Greenbank electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Weaver Vale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beach Road, Hartford, Northwich, CW8 3AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW8 1LT, CW8 1LW, CW8 1TG, CW8 1LN, CW8 1LF, CW8 3AA, CW8 4BD, CW8 1LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW8 3AB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 50.1% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 49.9% | 1.0% | 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 3AB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63% 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 | 15.4% | 22.1% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.7% | 63% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 18.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 7.1% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 6.5% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 (85.3%) 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 | 48.9% | 57.4% | 8.5% | 48.4% | 9.0% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 27.9% | -7.6% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 12% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 CW8 3AB this area, 9.5% 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 55.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.1% | 9.5% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 5.9% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 12.8% | 1.2% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 9.5% | -2.1% | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.3% | 55.3% | 9.0% | 33.8% | 21.5% |
| Other | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
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% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 98.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 93.7% 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% | 93.7% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 4.5% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 93.5% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 59% | 46.2% | 12.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beach Road was 52.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.2% higher than the Davenham, Moulton & Kingsmead average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Beach Road has the 41st highest crime rate of 115 local areas in Davenham, Moulton & Kingsmead and the 456th highest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 117 Beach Road, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £474,500 | 2025-02-21 | £478,579 |
| 105 Beach Road, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2025-01-06 | £544,802 |
| 85 Beach Road, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £443,500 | 2024-07-24 | £474,886 |
| 71 Beach Road, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-05-31 | £454,611 |
| 113 Beach Road, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-05-13 | £402,439 |
CW8 3AB 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 3AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 109 |
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery Stones Manor Lane , Hartford CW8 1NU | 3out of 4 | 899 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartford Primary School Riddings Lane , Hartford CW8 1NA | 4out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School Firdale Road , Firdale Park CW8 4AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1JW | 3out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Weaverham Keepers Lane , Weaverham CW8 3BY | 4out of 4 | 1,481 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford Church of England High School Hartford Campus Chester Road , CW8 1LH | 3out of 4 | 500 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Catholic High School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1JW | 3out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weaverham High School Lime Avenue , Weaverham CW8 3HT | 3out of 4 | 2,886 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The County High School, Leftwich Granville Road , CW9 8EZ | 4out of 4 | 2,911 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rudheath Senior Academy Middlewich Road , Rudheath CW9 7DT | 3out of 4 | 4,461 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir John Deane's College Monarch Drive , CW9 8AF | - not rated | 2,119 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange School Bradburns Lane , Hartford CW8 1LU | - not rated | 284 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Northwich Hartford Manor , Greenbank Lane CW8 1HW | - not rated | 1,032 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cloughwood Academy Stones Manor Lane , Hartford CW8 1NU | 4out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greenbank School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1LD | 4out of 4 | 1,317 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Russett School Middlehurst Avenue , Weaverham CW8 3BW | 4out of 4 | 1,918 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange School Sports Pavilion | Playing Fields, The Grange Junior School Northwich Road, Hartford | 268 yd | |
| The Hart of Hartford | 35 - 37 School Lane, Hartford | 567 yd | |
| W Morrisons Distribution Staff Canteen | 2 King Street, Hartford | 590 yd | |
| Chime | 279 Chester Road, Hartford | 712 yd | |
| Red Lion Hartford Ltd | Red Lion Hotel, 277 Chester Road, Hartford | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winnington Park Rugby Football Club | Winnington Park Rugby Club Burrows Hill, Hartford | 276 yd | |
| Hartford Golf Club | Hartford Golf Club Wallerscote Road, Weaverham | 636 yd | |
| Greenbank Hotel | The Greenbank Hotel, 199 Chester Road | 721 yd | |
| Northwich Rowing Club | Northwich Rowing Club The Crescent | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune House | 14 Greenbank Lane | 583 yd | |
| Abbies Pizza & Grill | 16 Greenbank Lane | 591 yd | |
| The Sandwich Shop | 297 Chester Road, Hartford | 712 yd | |
| Greenbank Balti | 178 Chester Road | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | 198 Chester Road, Hartford | 331 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Grange School BRADBURNS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 262 yd |
| Hartford Tennis Club CHESTER ROAD | tennis courts | 312 yd |
| Hartford Cricket Club GRANGE PARK GRANGE PARK BRADBURNS LANE | grass pitches | 393 yd |
| Hartford High School CHESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 404 yd |
| Warrington & Vale Royal College (Hartford Campus) HARTFORD CAMPUS HARTFORD CAMPUS CHESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 489 yd |
| Winnington Park Rfc BURROWS HILL | grass pitches | 573 yd |
| Hartford Golf Club | golf | 638 yd |
| Moss Farm Leisure Complex MOSS FARM MOSS FARM MOSS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 942 yd |
| St Nicholas Catholic High School GREENBANK LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,045 yd |
| Cloughwood Academy Stones Manor Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,049 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 | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| 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 | 63 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 153.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 153.4 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 25.9 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.