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Crewe North West

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About

Crewe North West is a residential district situated just outside the town's primary commercial centre. The area is characterised by a mix of housing types, from Victorian terraces to more modern developments, serving a largely local community. Its layout is defined by several main roads that provide essential connectivity. Green spaces like the Queen's Park offer recreational areas within this urban setting, contributing to the local environment.

The district's identity is closely linked to the railway, with the historic Crewe Works having shaped its development and employment for generations. While quieter than the central shopping areas, it contains essential local amenities, schools, and services catering to everyday needs. The sound of trains remains a constant backdrop, a direct reminder of the area's industrial heritage and its ongoing functional role within the wider rail network.

Area overview

On average Crewe North West has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 83 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Crewe North West is £43,238 per year. There are 1 schools in Crewe North West: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Crewe North West is home to around 6,559 people, with a population density of about 1,644.2 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
83
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
25%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Crewe North West Population
6,559
Population density
1,644.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
48.48(+31%)
Criminal damage and arson
9.3(+4%)
Public order
8.84(-12%)
Anti-social behaviour
6.86(-63%)
Other theft
4.27(-35%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,189
79.11%
Other White
924
14.09%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
61
0.93%
African
51
0.78%
Indian
50
0.76%
Total population: 6,559

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,298
25.78%
Level 4+ (Degree)
1,077
21.39%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
752
14.94%
Level 3 (A level)
724
14.38%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
582
11.56%
Total 16+ residents: 5,034

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
705
26.5%
Owns with a mortgage
690
25.94%
Other social rented
462
17.37%
Private landlord or letting agency
458
17.22%
Social rents from council
296
11.13%
Total households: 2,660

Property prices in Crewe North West

Based on 50 recent sales, the median property price is £177,500 in Crewe North West area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £385,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Crewe North West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Crewe North West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£275,000
Flats1£82,500
Semi-Detached20£168,500
Terraced14£160,000

10 years median price trend in Crewe North West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Crewe North West.

All postcodes in Crewe North West

CW28TU

Lodgefields Drive

CW28UJ

Kinder Drive

CW28UH

Nevis Drive

CW13PN

Minshull New Road

CW27SQ

Victoria Avenue

CW27SU

Queen's Park Drive

CW28TJ

Marshfield Avenue

CW28UG

Snowdon Drive

CW13FR

Ashbank Place

CW13FZ

Mayfield Mews

CW13GG

Kidston Drive

CW27SN

Queens Park Drive

CW28SR

Primrose Hill

CW28SX

Sunnybank Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.