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Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock

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About

Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock ward lies in the north of the town of Sandbach. It is primarily a residential area, containing housing estates and local amenities. The ward includes the distinct communities of Ettiley Heath and Wheelock, the latter named after the River Wheelock which flows through the area. The landscape is generally flat, with pockets of green space and playing fields integrated among the homes. Local shopping parades and schools serve the immediate population.

A significant feature is the Trent and Mersey Canal, which forms a northern boundary. The canal towpath provides a route for walking and cycling through the ward. The area is also known for its industrial heritage, with the former site of the Wheelock Brick and Tile Works. This history contrasts with the modern residential development that now characterises much of the ward, creating a blend of old and new within a settled community framework.

Area overview

On average Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock has very low deprivation and low crime levels, with around 64 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 41% below the North West average of 109 per 1,000. Approximately 6.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock is £60,770 per year. There are 1 schools in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock is home to around 5,786 people, with a population density of about 1,078.6 per km².

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
64
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
6.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock Population
5,786
Population density
1,078.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
40.27(+8%)
Anti-social behaviour
11.75(-35%)
Public order
6.22(-39%)
Shoplifting
3.98(-31%)
Other theft
3.98(-40%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,463
94.42%
Other White
113
1.95%
Chinese
38
0.66%
Irish
38
0.66%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
28
0.48%
Total population: 5,786

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,806
38.66%
Level 3 (A level)
1,001
21.43%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
681
14.58%
No qualifications
475
10.17%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
352
7.54%
Total 16+ residents: 4,671

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,063
42.54%
Owns outright
860
34.41%
Private landlord or letting agency
286
11.44%
Other social rented
159
6.36%
Shared ownership
68
2.72%
Total households: 2,499

Property prices in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock

Median price£265,000
Price per sq ft£291
Sales (last 12 months)77
Typical range (middle 50%)£203K – £315K

Based on 77 recent sales, the median property price is £265,000 (about £291 per square foot) in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £750,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached29£338,000£308
Semi-Detached31£240,000£288
Terraced16£170,000£269
Flats1£138,500£234

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£235,995£163,373£185,995
2017£260,000£170,000£139,000
2018£284,995£189,996£132,750
2019£260,250£199,995£147,000
2020£255,000£169,250£145,000
2021£275,500£165,000£166,000
2022£320,000£212,000£175,000
2023£369,000£205,000£213,500
2024£320,000£218,750£190,000
2025£340,000£232,500£190,000
2026£340,000£240,000£193,500
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£222£199£195
2017£216£200£209
2018£225£206£185
2019£226£202£181
2020£234£220£190
2021£254£218£211
2022£305£257£247
2023£285£267£253
2024£289£272£271
2025£294£283£268
2026£308£316£205
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock in the last year.

All postcodes in Sandbach Ettiley Heath and Wheelock

CW113LH

Hind Heath Lane

CW113NG

Sandy Lane

CW113GU

Richardson Close

CW113JR

Redshank Place

CW113DF

Barnton Way

CW114PX

Crewe Road

CW113RY

Crewe Road

CW113RZ

Crewe Road

CW114QF

Lightley Close

CW114QQ

Zan Drive

CW113LL

Hindheath Road

CW113TA

Frank Hughes Avenue

CW113YX

Millbuck Way

CW113SH

Millbuck Way

CW114RE

Crewe Road

CW114NW

Western Park

CW113LS

Marriott Road

CW113ND

Ettiley Avenue

CW114RD

Mill Lane

CW113RQ

Telford Gardens

CW113JA

Millbuck Way

CW111YB

Fields Drive

CW114PN

Mill Hill Lane

CW113GZ

Dickens Close

CW113RF

Anvil Close

CW114PW

Mill Hill Drive

CW113WA

Brock Hollow

CW113NX

Rutland Close

CW113LT

Radcliffe Road

CW113ZL

Southey Close

CW113RL

Crewe Road

CW113GX

Scott Close

CW113AU

Heron Way

CW111EW

Park Lane

CW113LG

Hind Heath Road

CW113DT

Anderton Close

CW114QJ

Blenheim Park

CW113TB

Richard Ashley Place

CW113LZ

Hind Heath Road

CW113GF

Byron Close

CW113LU

Marriott Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2026. Read more about how our statistics are calculated.