Dean Street is in Northwich and in Vale Royal district. CW9 7BT is located in the Northwich Witton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Weaver Vale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dean Street, Northwich, CW9 7BT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW9 7BS, CW9 7ED, CW9 7BP, CW9 7BW, CW9 7AN, CW9 7BN, CW9 7XQ, CW9 7AP, CW9 7AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CW9 7BT has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 53.6% | 47.7% | -5.9% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 46.4% | 52.3% | 5.9% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CW9 7BT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42% | 49.5% | 7.5% | 37.9% | 11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.9% | 31.6% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -12.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 8.1% | -4.2% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 6.7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 42.1% | 42.9% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 31.8% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 16% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 7.3% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.4% | 24.6% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 11.2% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 18.9% | 3.7% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 8.8% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 15.4% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 18.6% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -15.2% |
| Other | 8% | 2.5% | -5.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.7% | 90.3% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 85.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 85.1% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 5.5% | 7.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.3% | 85.1% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 6.6% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.9% | 3.2% | -0.7% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 4% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59% | 76.7% | -17.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 4.3% | 0.5% | 3.8% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27.7% | 13.5% | 14.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dean Street was 77.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.0% lower than the Northwich Leftwich average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dean Street has the 11th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Northwich Leftwich and the 291st highest crime rate of 1,160 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Dean Street, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2022-08-12 | £158,023 |
| 9 Dean Street, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2021-03-12 | £132,823 |
| 5 Dean Street, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2017-08-24 | £121,490 |
| 9 Dean Street, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £63,500 | 2013-09-06 | £109,046 |
| 4 Dean Street, Northwich, Cheshire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2004-10-20 | £93,641 |
CW9 7BT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Road County Junior School Victoria Road , CW9 5RE | - not rated | 460 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Road County Infant School Victoria Road , CW9 5RE | - not rated | 460 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Road Primary School Victoria Road , CW9 5RE | 3out of 4 | 510 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Road Primary School Victoria Road , CW9 5RE | - not rated | 510 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Witton Church Walk CofE Aided Nursery and Primary School Church Walk , CW9 5QQ | - not rated | 949 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rudheath Community High School Shipbrook Road , Rudheath CW9 7DT | - not rated | 908 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rudheath Senior Academy Middlewich Road , Rudheath CW9 7DT | 3out of 4 | 908 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The County High School, Leftwich Granville Road , CW9 8EZ | 4out of 4 | 2,503 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The County High School Leftwich Granville Road , CW9 8EZ | - not rated | 2,503 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Catholic High School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1JW | 3out of 4 | 2,963 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College Monarch Drive , CW9 8AF | - not rated | 1,987 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir John Deane's College Monarch Drive , CW9 8AF | - not rated | 1,987 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mid-Cheshire College of Further Education Hartford Campus , Chester Road CW8 1LJ | - not rated | 3,419 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventure Wellbeing School Sherwood House , Gadbrook Road CW9 7TN | - not rated | 1,096 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Northwich Gadbrook Park , CW9 7UE | - not rated | 1,838 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1LD | - not rated | 2,864 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cloughwood Academy Stones Manor Lane , Hartford CW8 1NU | 4out of 4 | 3,314 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Cloughwood School Stones Manor Lane , Hartford CW8 1NU | - not rated | 3,314 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Bites at Bethel | Bethel Church Hargreaves Road | 102 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Tesco Stores Ltd Manchester Road | 305 yd | |
| Costa | Unit 5, Northwich Retail Park Manchester Road | 358 yd | |
| Fish and twist | 2 Albert Place | 379 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit B, Condate Retail Park Station Road | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rudheath Private Social Club | 235 Middlewich Road | 725 yd | |
| The Green Dragon | The Green Dragon, 169 Witton Street | 925 yd | |
| Witton Chimes | 122 Witton Street | 1,055 yd | |
| The quayside | The Quayside, 129 Witton Street | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's | Mcdonald's Restaurants Ltd Manchester Road | 328 yd | |
| After Five | 73 - 75 Station Road | 441 yd | |
| Tasty | 54 Middlewich Road | 445 yd | |
| Cals charcoal grill | 60A Station Road | 516 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza Northwich | 37 - 39 Station Road | 568 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd Manchester Road | 305 yd | |
| Co-op | 249 Middlewich Road | 791 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Lidl Chester Way | 985 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Daves Gym MILLBANK BUSINESS CENTRE MILLBANK BUSINESS CENTRE STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 564 yd |
| Pure Gym (Northwich) LEICESTER STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 711 yd |
| Belmont Road Recreation Ground MARLOWE ROAD | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| St John'S Field MIDDLEWICH ROAD | grass pitches | 877 yd |
| Rudheath Leisure Centre SHIPBROOK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 900 yd |
| Vickersway Park Vickers Way | tennis courts | 1,074 yd |
| Whalley Road Playing Field Whalley Road | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 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 | 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 | 71.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.