Cedar Drive is in Barnton, Northwich and in Chester district. CW8 4NA is located in the Marbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tatton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cedar Drive, Barnton, Northwich, CW8 4NA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW8 4LX, CW8 4LZ, CW8 4LY, CW8 4NB, CW8 4NE, CW8 4NX, CW8 4QL, CW8 4ND, CW8 4LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CW8 4NA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 4NA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.3% 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 | 20.1% | 22.7% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.4% | 62.3% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 6.1% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 7.3% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.8% | 45.7% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 36.4% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 13.4% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 4NA this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.6% | 9.8% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 7.7% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 16.7% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.9% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.3% | 22.8% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.3% | 34.6% | 4.3% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.6% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 99.7% | 98.3% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 98.3% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| No passport held | 12.3% | 13.5% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 62.6% | 46.2% | 16.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cedar Drive was 10.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.4% lower than the Marbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cedar Drive has the lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Marbury and the 116th lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Cedar Drive, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-06-30 | £252,452 |
| 15 Cedar Drive, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-08-21 | £280,709 |
| 13 Cedar Drive, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,950 | 2018-08-21 | £259,372 |
| 2 Cedar Drive, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2017-11-28 | £233,068 |
| 9 Cedar Drive, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2017-06-23 | £260,282 |
CW8 4NA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 4NA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnton Community Nursery and Primary School Townfield Lane , Barnton CW8 4QL | 3out of 4 | 176 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Leigh Primary School Shutley Lane , Little Leigh CW8 4RN | - not rated | 1,754 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Comberbach Nursery and Primary School Mather Drive , Comberbach CW9 6BG | - not rated | 2,319 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Weaverham Primary Academy Northwich Road , CW8 3BD | 2out of 4 | 2,528 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Weaverham Keepers Lane , Weaverham CW8 3BY | 4out of 4 | 2,795 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 | 3out of 4 | 3,001 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartford Church of England High School Hartford Campus Chester Road , CW8 1LH | 3out of 4 | 3,568 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Catholic High School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1JW | 3out of 4 | 3,930 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The County High School, Leftwich Granville Road , CW9 8EZ | 4out of 4 | 5,304 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 4,090 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 | 246 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Russett School Middlehurst Avenue , Weaverham CW8 3BW | 4out of 4 | 2,520 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Bradburns Lane , Hartford CW8 1LU | - not rated | 3,498 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cransley School Belmont Hall , Northwich CW9 6HN | - not rated | 3,664 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Northwich Hartford Manor , Greenbank Lane CW8 1HW | - not rated | 3,778 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnton Football Club | Barnton Football Club Townfield Lane, Barnton | 384 yd | |
| Penny Farthing Tearoom & Terrace | Mid Cheshire Antiques And Art Runcorn Road, Barnton | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnton Cricket Club | Barnton Cricket Club Townfield Lane, Barnton | 165 yd | |
| The Barn Owl | The Barn Owl Hotel Manor Drive, Barnton | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MILANO PIZZA KEBAB | 71 Lydyett Lane, Barnton | 582 yd | |
| Eastern spice | 51A Lydyett Lane, Barnton | 588 yd | |
| Top Chef | 119 Runcorn Road, Barnton | 806 yd | |
| Barnton Pizza | 99 Runcorn Road, Barnton | 806 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barnton Community Nursery And Primary School TOWNFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 251 yd |
| Barnton Cricket Club TOWNFIELD LANE | grass pitches, squash courts | 344 yd |
| Barnton Fc (Offside Trust Stadium) Townfield Lane | grass pitches | 371 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 | 16.0% |
| 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 | 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 | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 136.85 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 136.85 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.