Runcorn Road is in Little Leigh, Northwich and in Vale Royal district. CW8 4RD 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 Runcorn Road, Little Leigh, Northwich, CW8 4RD 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 area surrounding CW8 4RD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 43.6% | 49.6% | 6.0% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 56.4% | 50.4% | -6.0% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 CW8 4RD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.3% 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 | 23.5% | 25.8% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 58.3% | -5.9% | 44.2% | 14.1% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 4.6% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 10% | 4.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.6% | 50.7% | -1.9% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 34.3% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 12.1% | 2.8% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 13.6% | 13% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 7.6% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 12.6% | -7.6% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 18.1% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.2% | 42% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 8.2% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 95.8% | 98.6% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 97.9% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Runcorn Road was 41.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.3% lower than the Frodsham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Runcorn Road has the 28th highest crime rate of 83 local areas in Frodsham and the 561st highest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottage Runcorn Road, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-03-14 | £358,150 |
| First Four Lane Ends Runcorn Road, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-10-26 | £266,069 |
| The Cottage Runcorn Road, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2018-10-26 | £396,522 |
| Heath Cottage Runcorn Road, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £1,070,000 | 2017-08-04 | £1,521,907 |
| The Cottage Runcorn Road, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2014-12-02 | £426,585 |
CW8 4RD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 4RD 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 4RD 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 | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Leigh Primary School Shutley Lane , Little Leigh CW8 4RN | - not rated | 309 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnton Community Nursery and Primary School Townfield Lane , Barnton CW8 4QL | 3out of 4 | 1,726 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Weaverham Forest Primary School Forest Street , Weaverham CW8 3EY | 3out of 4 | 2,587 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Weaverham Primary Academy Northwich Road , CW8 3BD | 2out of 4 | 2,856 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Comberbach Nursery and Primary School Mather Drive , Comberbach CW9 6BG | - not rated | 3,121 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 2,793 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartford Church of England High School Hartford Campus Chester Road , CW8 1LH | 3out of 4 | 4,921 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Catholic High School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1JW | 3out of 4 | 5,460 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,930 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Russett School Middlehurst Avenue , Weaverham CW8 3BW | 4out of 4 | 2,976 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cransley School Belmont Hall , Northwich CW9 6HN | - not rated | 4,540 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Bradburns Lane , Hartford CW8 1LU | - not rated | 4,723 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Northwich Hartford Manor , Greenbank Lane CW8 1HW | - not rated | 5,272 yd | Other independent school | No | 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 | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 40.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.