What's the Crewe Central population and density?

Crewe Central population is 6,920 with density 4397.0 per km².

How much social housing is near Crewe Central?

About 23.9% across the Crewe Central area.

What are house prices in Crewe Central?

Based on 55 recent sales, the median price is £115,000.

How safe is Crewe Central?

Crime level in Crewe Central is very high with about 182 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What home types are most common in Crewe Central?

Housing mix: terraced 37.8%, purpose-built flat 31.4%.

How deprived is Crewe Central?

Deprivation score 9/10 (rank 5179 of 32844 in country).

What are prices by property type in Crewe Central?

Latest medians: Detached £240,000, Semi-detached £189,500, Terraced £115,000, Flats £87,000.

How many households are in Crewe Central?

There are 3,258 households in Crewe Central

What's the average income in Crewe Central?

Average resident income is about £34,850 per year.

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Crewe Central

Q: What schools in Crewe Central and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in Crewe Central: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / North West / Cheshire East / Crewe Central

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

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)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£240,000	£231,000	£235,000	£245,000	£249,000
Flats	10	£87,000	£54,500	£74,438	£90,000	£107,180
Semi-Detached	8	£189,500	£133,500	£158,750	£200,250	£222,750
Terraced	35	£115,000	£68,500	£101,000	£119,500	£176,600

10 years price trend in Crewe Central

All postcodes in Crewe Central

CW13ZL

Moss Field Place

CW12JJ

Market Street

CW13DW

Rigg Street

CW12JP

Delamere Street

CW12NB

Chetwode Street

CW12NH

Crewe Town & Victoria Avenue

CW12PP

Furber Street

CW13AA

Wilson Place

CW13DJ

Broad Street

CW13DN

Rigg Street

CW13DU

Stafford Street

CW13EF

Elizabeth Street

CW13FA

Joseph Reddrop Way

CW13ZD

Dutton Way

CW13BX

Blount Close

CW13FB

Crewe Coppenhall & Underwood

CW12EL

Market Street

CW12JU

St Mary's Street

CW13LT

Kinloch Close

CW13UT

George Gardens

CW19TJ

Earle Street

CW13DD

Broad Street

CW12HU

Crewe Town & Victoria Avenue

CW12NP

Market Close

CW13EG

Casson Street

CW13HJ

Grosvenor Street

CW13ZH

Barn Croft Road

CW27EA

Crewe Town & Victoria Avenue

CW13BW

Clarence Grove

CW13QZ

Crewe Coppenhall & Underwood

CW12DB

Herald Park

CW12DJ

Prince Albert Street

CW12DT

Crewe Town & Victoria Avenue

CW12EW

Chester Street

CW12EY

Market Street

CW12ND

Gladstone Street

CW13AY

Holt Street

CW13BF

Blount Close

CW13BG

Castle Street

CW13DG

Adelaide Street

CW13EW

Walker Street

CW13FG

Crewe Coppenhall & Underwood

CW12DD

Lyon Street

CW12JB

St Mary's Street

CW12JT

Hightown

CW12LB

Chester Square

CW12NA

Market Close

CW12PL

Chetwode Street

CW13AH

Richard Street

CW19SN

Earle Street

CW12NE

Newton Street

CW13AT

Richard Moon Street

CW13AX

Richard Moon Street

CW13DA

Bateman Close

CW13HA

Adelaide Street

CW19SR

Earle Street

CW19SU

Earle Street

CW27EG

Eaton Street

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Data Sources

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

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