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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
20.62(-44%)
Public order
4.21(-58%)
Other theft
3.24(-51%)
Anti-social behaviour
2.81(-85%)
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 132 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Lostock & Wincham area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £1,255,000.

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
Detached70£373,500
Flats2£67,000
Semi-Detached41£267,000
Terraced19£170,000

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

CW109NR

Drakelow Lane

CW109NS

Yatehouse Lane

CW97PF

Harris Road

CW97RX

King Street

CW97TA

Egerton Terrace

CW97TQ

Canal Walk

WA169JD

London Road

CW48NP

Harrison Drive

CW109NJ

Byley Road

CW96ED

Linnards Lane

CW97PB

Aitchison Road

CW97UE

Gadbrook Way

CW97UJ

Tudor Close

WA169GH

Oak Tree Lane

WA169NP

Townfield Lane

WA169QB

Crown Lane

WA169SN

Cheadle Lane

CW109LL

Shakerley

CW96PN

Ashgate Lane

CW97EG

Waterside View

CW97PS

Station Road

CW97QR

Langford Road

CW97RW

King Street

CW97YE

Pavillion Way

WA169LR

Chapel Lane

CW96GU

Broady Avenue

CW97PG

Roberts Road

CW97QA

Manchester Road

CW97RA

Gadbrook Way

CW97XW

Britannia Drive

CW97TZ

Wyche Close

CW96DA

Chapel Street

CW97PD

Bateman Road

WA169LG

Princess Road

WA169LU

London Road

WA169QP

Foxcovert Lane

CW109NT

Middlewich Road

CW109NX

Byley Lane

CW96GB

Wincham Avenue

CW97LN

Gadbrook Road

CW96DY

Moss Lane

CW96PZ

Kingfisher Grove

CW97JL

Gadbrook Road

CW97PR

Arthur Street

CW97TH

Birches Lane

WA169LN

Chapel Lane

WA169JG

Middlewich Road

WA169LF

Wash Lane

WA169QE

Hulme Lane

CW96EH

Green Lane

CW96GG

Wincham Lane

CW97FJ

Pack Horse Close

WA169JR

Middlewich Road

WA169NA

Booth Bed Lane

CW109NP

Drakelow Lane

CW100JD

Centurion Way

CW109LB

Croxton Lane

CW96PW

The Willows

WA169QT

Foxcovert Lane

CW96EB

Pickmere Lane

CW97XS

Foxglove Way

CW96EX

Orchard Close

CW96RB

Rose Farm Court

CW97DR

Middlewich Road

CW97TJ

Greenfields Close

CW97XA

Cedar Close

WA169JX

Middlewich Road

WA169LQ

Princess Road

CW109NH

Lily Lane

CW48NN

New Platt Lane

CW96PP

Keats Lane

CW97RQ

Gadbrook Park

CW97SX

Birches Lane

WA169LT

London Road

WA169LS

Chapel Lane

WA169SJ

Back Lane

CW96GQ

Loxlay Close

CW96GS

Sunbeam Close

CW97EE

Wentworth Close

CW97QN

Holford Avenue

CW97SJ

Pennys Lane

WA169NF

Booth Bed Lane

WA169LX

Brick Bank Lane

WA169QA

Crown Lane

WA169QS

Foxcovert Lane

CW97PQ

Paulden Road

CW97PZ

Smithy Lane

CW97EN

Central Road

WA169QD

Middlewich Road

CW96EQ

Birch Grove

CW96PJ

Sutton Close

CW97SN

Birches Lane

CW97SU

Birches Lane

CW97TX

School Road North

CW97UT

Gadbrook Park

CW96DG

Hall Lane

CW96GH

Wincham Avenue

CW97DX

Middlewich Road

CW97PP

Herbert Street

CW97SS

Birch Grove

Data Sources

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