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Lostock & Wincham

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About

Lostock & Wincham is a primarily residential area situated on the eastern edge of Northwich, characterised by a mix of housing developments from different eras. The area is defined by its proximity to the River Weaver and the Trent and Mersey Canal, with the latter forming a significant part of its western boundary. Local amenities are centred around Lostock Gralam, including shops and schools serving the community.

The landscape is marked by the expansive Lostock Gralam Industrial Estate, a major employment hub for chemical and manufacturing industries. The area's history is tied to the salt and chemical industries of the wider Northwich region. The local railway line provides a direct connection to Manchester, supporting a commuter population. The suburb of Wincham lies to the north, adjoining farmland and the Wincham Brook.

Area overview

On average Lostock & Wincham has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Lostock & Wincham is £48,745 per year. There are 5 schools in Lostock & Wincham: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Lostock & Wincham is home to around 9,261 people, with a population density of about 154.7 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
37
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
8.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lostock & Wincham Population
9,261
Population density
154.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
20.73(-44%)
Public order
4.1(-60%)
Anti-social behaviour
3.13(-83%)
Other theft
3.02(-54%)
Criminal damage and arson
2.59(-71%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,655
93.44%
Other White
168
1.81%
Indian
108
1.17%
Irish
59
0.64%
White and Asian (mixed)
46
0.5%
Total population: 9,263

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,495
32.27%
Level 3 (A level)
1,368
17.69%
No qualifications
1,274
16.48%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,080
13.97%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
771
9.97%
Total 16+ residents: 7,731

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,748
44.88%
Owns with a mortgage
1,316
33.79%
Private landlord or letting agency
331
8.5%
Other social rented
232
5.96%
Social rents from council
140
3.59%
Total households: 3,895

Property prices in Lostock & Wincham

Based on 143 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Lostock & Wincham area, with individual transactions ranging from £56,250 up to £1,500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lostock & Wincham 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 Lostock & Wincham over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Terraced19£218,000
Detached74£380,000
Flats3£74,000
Semi-Detached47£260,000

10 years median price trend in Lostock & Wincham

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Lostock & Wincham.

All postcodes in Lostock & Wincham

CW97RS

Cookes Lane

WA169JH

Middlewich Road

CW96GG

Wincham Lane

CW109LB

Croxton Lane

WA169JU

Wash Lane

CW97TG

Moss Lane

CW97SU

Birches Lane

CW96PW

The Willows

CW109LE

King Street

CW96EH

Green Lane

WA169QH

Hulme Lane

CW97YG

Vale Royal Close

WA169JR

Middlewich Road

WA169QS

Foxcovert Lane

CW96ED

Linnards Lane

CW97YF

Lions Den

CW97QL

Townshend Road

CW47LX

Poolford Lane

WA169QF

Swan Grove

CW97UE

Gadbrook Way

CW97XR

Wells Avenue

CW97QN

Holford Avenue

WA169SG

Oak Mews

CW109NJ

Byley Road

CW97NT

Manchester Road

WA169NB

Booth Bed Lane

CW97QA

Manchester Road

WA169NP

Townfield Lane

WA169GH

Oak Tree Lane

CW96DY

Moss Lane

CW97PG

Roberts Road

WA169QW

Middlewich Road

WA169LX

Brick Bank Lane

CW97TA

Egerton Terrace

WA169LW

Princess Road

CW97PE

Harris Road

WA169GJ

Ash Close

WA169QQ

Hulme Lane

CW48NP

Harrison Drive

WA169NE

Booth Bed Lane

CW48HT

Knutsford Road

WA169LG

Princess Road

CW97TB

Common Lane

CW97PA

Rose Tree Meadow

CW97TD

Moss Lane

CW97QX

Grove Avenue

CW109LA

Croxton Lane

CW97EN

Central Road

CW97UD

Royal Mews

CW97EH

Sunningdale Close

CW96PP

Keats Lane

WA169NN

Booth Bed Lane

CW96EJ

Shores Green Drive

CW97SS

Birch Grove

CW97SE

King Street

CW97QG

Townshend Road

WA169NQ

Boots Green Lane

CW97XT

Mulberry Close

WA169QB

Crown Lane

CW97QY

Townshend Road

WA169LY

Brick Bank Lane

CW96DQ

Green Lane

CW97DR

Middlewich Road

CW96GH

Wincham Avenue

WA169JD

London Road

CW97UG

Gadbrook Road

WA169LN

Chapel Lane

WA169LS

Chapel Lane

WA169JX

Middlewich Road

CW97XS

Foxglove Way

WA169JZ

Holmes Chapel Road

WA169NJ

Booth Bed Lane

CW96DE

Wincham Lane

CW97SY

Holmes Chapel Road

CW97FP

Cherish Road

WA169QE

Hulme Lane

CW96DA

Chapel Street

CW97FG

Sweet Water Court

CW47LT

Broad Lane

WA169LT

London Road

CW97QF

Fryer Road

WA169SQ

Back Lane

CW97UA

Cheshire Business Park

CW109NE

Byley Lane

CW96QY

Bracken Way

CW96EF

Green Lane

CW97EF

Turnberry Close

WA169LU

London Road

CW97QD

Manchester Road

CW96QX

Chapel Street

CW96PJ

Sutton Close

CW48GN

Donington Grove

CW109NS

Yatehouse Lane

CW96EE

Shores Green Drive

CW47LS

Wren Avenue

CW97EB

Broken Cross Place

CW97RG

School Road

CW97GW

Cottage Close

CW100JY

Joness Lane

CW97EQ

Lavender Drive

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.