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About

Northwich Witton ward lies in the heart of the Cheshire West and Chester borough, centred on the historic market town of Northwich. The area is defined by its industrial heritage, shaped significantly by salt mining and chemical production. This legacy is visible in the local architecture and the very landscape, with areas affected by historical subsidence from brine extraction. The ward encompasses a mix of residential streets, local retail centres, and green community spaces along the River Weaver.

The Weaver's navigation is a key feature, with the town's history deeply connected to water transport for its salt trade. Modern Witton is a functional residential area, providing housing and essential services close to the town centre. Notable is the presence of the unique 'floating' church of St. Luke, built on a timber raft to counteract ground movement, a direct testament to the area's subsidence issues. Development continues, balancing this industrial past with contemporary needs.

Area overview

On average Northwich Witton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 186 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Northwich Witton is £49,460 per year. There are 2 schools in Northwich Witton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Northwich Witton is home to around 5,116 people, with a population density of about 1,542.8 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
186
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
22.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Northwich Witton Population
5,116
Population density
1,542.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
94.02(+152%)
Shoplifting
43.59(+654%)
Anti-social behaviour
33.82(+88%)
Public order
33.62(+232%)
Criminal damage and arson
13.29(+48%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,354
85.11%
Other White
331
6.47%
Other Asian
137
2.68%
Other
73
1.43%
Indian
43
0.84%
Total population: 5,116

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,029
24.55%
No qualifications
932
22.23%
Level 3 (A level)
730
17.41%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
622
14.84%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
487
11.62%
Total 16+ residents: 4,192

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
629
26.93%
Owns outright
622
26.63%
Owns with a mortgage
616
26.37%
Other social rented
251
10.74%
Social rents from council
143
6.12%
Total households: 2,336

Property prices in Northwich Witton

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Northwich Witton area, with individual transactions ranging from £42,000 up to £384,995.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Northwich Witton 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 Northwich Witton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Terraced41£140,000
Semi-Detached29£265,000
Flats5£96,000
Detached3£379,000

10 years median price trend in Northwich Witton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Northwich Witton.

All postcodes in Northwich Witton

CW99XG

Northwich Witton

CW97LX

Cranage Lane

CW97YY

Mainwaring Drive

CW97AD

Owen Street

CW97AL

Norbury Street

CW97XU

Brook Street

CW99XF

Northwich Witton

CW95AE

Witton Street

CW99WB

Meadow Street

CW97GX

Franklin Mews

CW95LS

Heath Lane

CW95LH

Leicester Street

CW95DR

Witton Street

CW95ER

John Street

CW97AB

Alan Street

CW97AN

Middlewich Road

CW95DE

Witton Street

CW95PL

Dane Bank Road

CW97AF

Siddall Street

CW83WY

Meadow Street

CW95RL

Greenall Road

CW97YX

Murphy Close

CW99BX

Meadow Street

CW99WA

Meadow Street

CW95QJ

Chester Way

CW95RB

Station Road

CW95LT

Station Road

CW97ZB

Fidden Avenue

CW97BY

Middlewich Road

CW97LR

Denton Drive

CW99PU

Meadow Street

CW97BS

Worthing Street

CW95AJ

Witton Street

CW95RA

Station Road

CW95BW

Northwich Witton

CW95FS

Manchester Road

CW95EP

Northwich Witton

CW95PX

Danefield Road

CW95BN

Northwich Witton

CW97NL

Manchester Road

CW95ND

Manchester Road

CW97NH

Brook Street

CW95NY

Church Road

CW99QH

Meadow Street

CW95HA

Dane Street

CW95AH

Witton Street

CW97AS

Mayfield Road

CW95PG

Carlton Road

CW97AJ

Royle Street

CW97AT

Cotebrook Road

CW99PT

Meadow Street

CW99DH

Meadow Street

CW95DL

Witton Street

CW95NQ

Northwich Witton

CW95PH

Church Road

CW99FH

Meadow Street

CW95LJ

Oak Street

CW95DW

Witton Street

CW97AR

Parkfield Road

CW97BH

Malpas Road

CW95NB

Peter Street

CW84XX

Meadow Street

CW97BW

Magdala Place

CW95PF

Manora Road

CW99HW

Meadow Street

Data Sources

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