Roman Way is in Northwich and in Cheshire West And Chester district. CW8 4EF is located in the Northwich Winnington & Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Weaver Vale. This postcode has been in use since 2016-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Roman Way, Northwich, CW8 4EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW8 4YL, CW8 4ZT, CW8 4YJ, CW8 4ZH, CW8 4HN, CW8 4YN, CW8 4SU, CW8 4ZG, CW8 4US.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CW8 4EF has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 47.2% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 51.1% | 52.8% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 | 35.9% | 41.6% | 5.7% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.3% | 45.7% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 0.9% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 9.6% | -2.0% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
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 (92.6%) 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 | 58.7% | 60.2% | 1.5% | 48.4% | 11.8% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 32.4% | 3.9% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 6% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -6.7% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 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 4EF this area, 4.1% 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 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.4% | 4.1% | -10.3% | 18.2% | -14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 7.7% | -9.6% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 9.5% | -6.8% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 1.8% | -2.2% | 5.3% | -3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 26.4% | 13.3% | 16.9% | 9.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 30% | 48.6% | 18.6% | 33.8% | 14.8% |
| Other | 5% | 1.8% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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 | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.3% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.5% | 94.3% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 95.2% | 95.3% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 95% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.5% | 37.2% | 14.3% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roman Way was 7.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.6% lower than the Northwich Leftwich average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roman Way has the lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Northwich Leftwich and the 66th lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Roman Way, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, a newly built property | £299,495 | 2017-06-30 | £435,477 |
| 1 Roman Way, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, a newly built property | £344,995 | 2017-06-23 | £501,636 |
| 7 Roman Way, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, a newly built property | £399,995 | 2017-06-23 | £581,608 |
| 5 Roman Way, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, a newly built property | £293,995 | 2017-05-26 | £429,274 |
| 2 Roman Way, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, a newly built property | £229,995 | 2016-09-30 | £335,356 |
CW8 4EF 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 | 136 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Retired | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School Firdale Road , Firdale Park CW8 4AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Charles Darwin Community Primary School Darwin Street , Castle CW8 1BN | 3out of 4 | 1,600 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Weaverham Keepers Lane , Weaverham CW8 3BY | 4out of 4 | 1,875 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnton Community Nursery and Primary School Townfield Lane , Barnton CW8 4QL | 3out of 4 | 1,938 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1JW | 3out of 4 | 2,057 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 | 1,734 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Catholic High School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1JW | 3out of 4 | 2,057 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weaverham High School Lime Avenue , Weaverham CW8 3HT | 3out of 4 | 2,933 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The County High School, Leftwich Granville Road , CW9 8EZ | 4out of 4 | 3,514 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rudheath Senior Academy Middlewich Road , Rudheath CW9 7DT | 3out of 4 | 4,218 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 | 2,352 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosebank School Townfield Lane , Barnton CW8 4QP | 3out of 4 | 1,686 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Bradburns Lane , Hartford CW8 1LU | - not rated | 1,754 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Northwich Hartford Manor , Greenbank Lane CW8 1HW | - not rated | 1,902 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Russett School Middlehurst Avenue , Weaverham CW8 3BW | 4out of 4 | 1,979 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1LD | 4out of 4 | 2,042 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weavervale Garden Centre | Weaver Vale Garden Centre Winnington Avenue | 108 yd | |
| Ground | 43 Walker Road | 406 yd | |
| Northwich Sauna | Sauna Sauna Winnington Lane | 674 yd | |
| J D Auctions | Unit 9-10, Winnington Leisure Park Winnington Lane | 690 yd | |
| Northwich Rugby Club | Moss Farm Sports And Leisure Complex Moss Lane | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winnington Park Recreation Club | Winnington Park Recreation Club Park Road | 582 yd | |
| Northwich Cricket Club | Moss Farm Sports Centre Moss Lane | 873 yd | |
| The Barn Owl | The Barn Owl Hotel Manor Drive, Barnton | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marios real charcoal | 45 Walker Road | 350 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 49 Walker Road | 475 yd | |
| Chezzy burger | 27 Winnington Lane | 807 yd | |
| Lucky Pete's | 4 Winnington Lane | 941 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Field WINNINGTON AVENUE YOUTH CLUB WINNINGTON AVENUE YOUTH CLUB WINNINGTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 193 yd |
| Winnington Park Recreation Club PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| The Works Gym | health and fitness suite | 737 yd |
| Moss Farm Leisure Complex MOSS FARM MOSS FARM MOSS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 854 yd |
| Winnington Park Primary School FIRDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,014 yd |
| Winnington Park Rfc BURROWS HILL | grass pitches | 1,040 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.