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Area guide

CW1 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the CW1 postcode area, covering Crewe and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

CW1 area price snapshot

Average price

£135,887

Median price

£120,000

5-year trend

+30.8%

Total sales

25,048

The CW1 area has 938 individual postcodes with 25,048 registered sales. Prices are +65.9% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Crewe. The five-year price movement is +30.8%.

About Crewe

A historic railway town with fast trains to London Euston, a major transport hub location and some of the most affordable housing in Cheshire.

🚆 Main station

Crewe

⏱️ London commute

~95 min by train

View full Crewe property data →

Market context

CW1 averages £135,887, placing it in the affordable category, +65.9% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 25,048 recorded sales across 938 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in CW1 is +30.8%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for CW1

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in CW1 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in CW1.
  • 🏘️Explore Crewe. Much of the CW1 activity centres on Crewe. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the CW1 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in CW1

CW1 4TX

£120,104 avg · 200 sales

CW1 3NU

£139,714 avg · 193 sales

CW1 4TL

£111,705 avg · 158 sales

CW1 5TW

£137,372 avg · 151 sales

CW1 5PB

£132,292 avg · 142 sales

CW1 3YX

£88,898 avg · 141 sales

CW1 2JB

£114,008 avg · 138 sales

CW1 3EB

£61,716 avg · 130 sales

CW1 5AL

£173,556 avg · 123 sales

View all 938 postcodes in CW1 →

Useful tools for CW1 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£218

Avg £135,887 in CW1

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare CW1 with other areas

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Crewe data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This CW1 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: August 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in CW1?

The average sold price in the CW1 postcode area is £135,887, based on 25,048 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Crewe.

How do CW1 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in CW1 average £135,887, which is +65.9% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in CW1 lower than the average?

The median price (£120,000) is 11.7% below the average (£135,887), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have CW1 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in CW1 have moved +30.8% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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