Ashley Grange is in Davenham, Northwich and in Vale Royal district. CW9 8HJ is located in the Davenham, Moulton & Kingsmead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eddisbury. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashley Grange, Davenham, Northwich, CW9 8HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CW9 8XE, CW9 8JP, CW9 8JS, CW9 8HG, CW9 8JT, CW9 8HB, CW9 8JL, CW9 8XB, CW9 8JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CW9 8HJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 50.2% | 48.3% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 49.8% | 51.7% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 CW9 8HJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% 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 | 22.5% | 29.8% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 52.9% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 9.2% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 6.3% | -5.2% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) 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 | 55.9% | 57.5% | 1.6% | 48.4% | 9.1% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 27.7% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 12.7% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 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 CW9 8HJ this area, 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 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15% | 5% | -10.0% | 18.2% | -13.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 6.3% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 14.2% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.4% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 17.2% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.9% | 49.4% | 11.5% | 33.8% | 15.6% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.3% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 97.5% | 93.4% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 93.1% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.8% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 76.7% | 16.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 3.8% | 13.5% | -9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.7% | 37.2% | -9.5% |
| Christian | 68.2% | 46.2% | 22.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashley Grange was 16.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.6% lower than the Davenham, Moulton & Kingsmead average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Ashley Grange has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 115 local areas in Davenham, Moulton & Kingsmead and the 213th lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Ashley Grange, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-03-04 | £312,308 |
| 11 Ashley Grange, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2024-11-19 | £275,143 |
| 8 Ashley Grange, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-01-31 | £304,588 |
| 2 Ashley Grange, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2023-02-03 | £356,744 |
| 8 Ashley Grange, Northwich, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2021-09-28 | £346,011 |
CW9 8HJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenham CofE Primary School Charles Avenue , Davenham CW9 8JW | 4out of 4 | 796 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmead Primary School Dukes Way , Kingsmead CW9 8WA | 4out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartford Manor Primary School & Nursery Stones Manor Lane , Hartford CW8 1NU | 3out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1JW | 3out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moulton School School Lane , Moulton CW9 8PD | 3out of 4 | 1,539 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The County High School, Leftwich Granville Road , CW9 8EZ | 4out of 4 | 1,466 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Catholic High School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1JW | 3out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartford Church of England High School Hartford Campus Chester Road , CW8 1LH | 3out of 4 | 1,864 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rudheath Senior Academy Middlewich Road , Rudheath CW9 7DT | 3out of 4 | 3,881 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Winsford Academy Grange Lane , CW7 2BT | 3out of 4 | 4,998 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 | 1,955 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloughwood Academy Stones Manor Lane , Hartford CW8 1NU | 4out of 4 | 1,297 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greenbank School Greenbank Lane , Hartford CW8 1LD | 4out of 4 | 1,517 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Northwich Hartford Manor , Greenbank Lane CW8 1HW | - not rated | 1,590 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Bradburns Lane , Hartford CW8 1LU | - not rated | 2,113 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Russett School Middlehurst Avenue , Weaverham CW8 3BW | 4out of 4 | 4,177 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| devenhams | 500 - 502 London Road, Davenham | 781 yd | |
| CAFA556 Limited | High Acre Chester Road Bypass, Hartford | 933 yd | |
| Dexter and Hemsley | 473 London Road, Davenham | 944 yd | |
| Bulls Head | Bulls Head, 465 London Road, Davenham | 945 yd | |
| The Bulls Head Davenham | Bulls Head, 465 London Road, Davenham | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davenham Royal British Legion (Social) Club Ltd | The Royal British Legion Firth Fields, Davenham | 733 yd | |
| The Oddfellows Arms | Oddfellows Arms, 1 Hartford Road, Davenham | 768 yd | |
| The Kingfisher | 15, Kingsmead Square Regency Way, Davenham | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Ho | 520 London Road, Davenham | 872 yd | |
| Cross Over Golden | 6, Kingsmead Square Regency Way, Davenham | 967 yd | |
| Jolly Roger Fish Bar | 7, Kingsmead Square Regency Way, Davenham | 968 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 8, Kingsmead Square Regency Way, Davenham | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 9, Kingsmead Square Regency Way, Davenham | 973 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Davenham Cricket Club HARTFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Davenham Football Ground MOUNT PLEASANT ROAD | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Laburnum Playing Fields PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD LABURNUM ROAD | grass pitches | 902 yd |
| Kingsmead Primary DUKES WAY | grass pitches | 1,062 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 | 8.3% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.47 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.47 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.