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Crewe Central

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About

Crewe Central is a ward located in the town of Crewe, within the Cheshire East borough. The area is primarily urban, with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial spaces. It includes the town centre, which features shops, cafes, and public services, alongside older terraced housing and newer developments. The ward is well-connected, with Crewe railway station serving as a major transport hub for the region.

The ward has a range of amenities, including parks, schools, and healthcare facilities. Residential areas vary from Victorian-era terraces to modern apartments, catering to different demographics. Industrial zones on the outskirts provide employment opportunities, while the town centre remains a focal point for shopping and leisure. Crewe Central reflects the town's historical ties to the railway industry, with some heritage buildings still standing alongside newer infrastructure.

Area overview

On average Crewe Central has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 182 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Crewe Central is £34,850 per year. There are 4 schools in Crewe Central: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
182
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
23.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Crewe Central Population
6,920
Population density
4,397 per km²

Demographics

British
4,555
65.83%
Other White
1,472
21.27%
Indian
200
2.89%
Other
152
2.2%
Roma
80
1.16%
Total population: 6,919

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,244
38.22%
Other social rented
753
23.13%
Owns with a mortgage
440
13.52%
Owns outright
437
13.43%
Social rents from council
280
8.6%
Total households: 3,255

Property prices in Crewe Central

Based on 55 recent sales, the median property price is £115,000 in Crewe Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £22,750 up to £250,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£240,000
Flats10£87,000
Semi-Detached8£189,500
Terraced35£115,000

10 years price trend in Crewe Central

All postcodes in Crewe Central

CW13AN

Ramsbottom Street

CW13EN

Walker Street

CW13EZ

Walker Street

CW13FF

George Gardens

CW13GB

Joseph Reddrop Way

CW13JF

Mount Pleasant

CW13JN

Badger Avenue

CW13ZE

George Gardens

CW13ZG

Bessemer Way

CW12PA

Newdigate Street

CW13AE

Samuel Street

CW13EX

Walker Street

CW13EY

Grosvenor Street

CW13FJ

Crewe Coppenhall & Underwood

CW13FU

Short Oakes Close

CW13HX

George Gardens

CW19SJ

Earle Street

CW27BL

High Street

CW27BN

High Street

CW12DH

Crewe Street

CW12DP

Lyon Street

CW12ET

Market Street

CW12HT

Delamere Street

CW12QA

Hightown

CW13BB

Browning Street

CW13BE

Cornwall Grove

CW13HH

Derby Street

CW13ZF

Crewe Coppenhall & Underwood

CW13ZP

Golding Drive

CW19SQ

Earle Street

CW19TA

Earle Street

CW12GZ

Market Square

CW12NN

Chetwode Street

CW13GT

Dale Way

CW13JE

Dutton Way

CW13UN

Ramsbottom Street

CW19SW

Earle Street

CW19SX

Earle Street

CW19TD

Earle Street

CW12HF

Victoria Street

CW13EH

Badger Avenue

CW13GD

George Gardens

CW19SB

Earle Street

CW12JH

Victoria Street

CW12JY

Crewe Town & Victoria Avenue

CW12JZ

Delamere Street

CW12LE

Delamere Street

CW12PW

Chetwode Street

CW12PZ

George Gardens

CW13DQ

Bateman Close

CW13EL

Walker Street

CW13EQ

Elizabeth Street

CW13JT

Glover Street

CW13JU

Vernon Street

CW13JW

Badger Avenue

CW13TQ

Partridge Close

CW12DA

Heath Street

CW12EX

Market Street

CW13AZ

Saunders Street

CW13GU

Dale Way

CW13ZR

Billington Road

CW19SG

Earle Street

CW19TL

Earle Street

CW13AJ

Crewe Town & Victoria Avenue

CW12BJ

Earle Street

CW12JW

Hightown

CW13HN

George Gardens

CW13ZQ

Golding Drive

CW19SY

Earle Street

CW12PH

Chetwode Street

CW12PT

Victoria Street

CW13DS

Alban Street

CW13DH

Badger Avenue

CW13DX

Crewe Town & Victoria Avenue

CW13EB

Rigg Street

CW13HE

Dewes Street

CW13DB

Blount Close

CW12PB

Newdigate Street

CW13BN

Clarence Grove

CW13BS

Hightown

CW13ED

Crewe Coppenhall & Underwood

CW13EP

Grosvenor Street

CW13FY

Partridge Close

CW13GA

Joseph Reddrop Way

CW27BX

Cross Street

CW19SP

Earle Street

CW19SS

Earle Street

CW12JG

Delamere Street

CW12JX

Chester Square

CW13AF

Richard Street

CW13AL

Flag Lane

CW13HR

George Gardens

CW19SL

Earle Street

CW19SH

Earle Street

CW12BP

Earle Street

CW12DU

Forge Street

CW13AQ

Bright Street

CW13HF

George Gardens

CW13JG

Badger Avenue

CW13JQ

Badger Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.