Cheshire Postcodes County
Cheshire is a county in North West England, known for its prosperous farmland, historic towns and long association with agriculture and trade. The landscape is largely gentle and low lying, with open fields, river valleys and small wooded areas giving much of the county a calm and orderly feel. Its location between the major cities of Manchester and Liverpool has influenced development, while many areas retain a strong rural identity.
The county includes towns such as Chester, Crewe, Macclesfield and Warrington, each with a different role within the wider area. Chester is noted for its Roman history and well preserved city centre, while Crewe developed as a major railway town. Elsewhere, market towns and villages continue to support local communities alongside commuting and modern industry.
Cheshire is also recognised for its historic estates, waterways and countryside, including stretches of the River Dee and the Cheshire Plain. These features provide opportunities for walking, cycling and leisure close to populated areas. Taken together, Cheshire offers a measured mix of rural landscape, historic settlement and practical modern living, giving it a steady and well established character within England.
Postcode districts in Cheshire
| District | Post town | Postcodes | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| WA8 | Widnes | 1,578 | 61,866 |
| WA7 | Runcorn | 1,513 | 62,819 |
| WA3 | Warrington | 1,511 | 47,610 |
| SK10 | Macclesfield | 1,473 | 39,380 |
| WA4 | Warrington | 1,450 | 47,002 |
| ST7 | Stoke-on-Trent | 1,351 | 53,470 |
| WA5 | Warrington | 1,317 | 58,499 |
| SK9 | Alderley Edge, Wilmslow | 1,217 | 37,930 |
| WA15 | Altrincham | 1,210 | 42,778 |
| WN7 | Leigh | 1,208 | 47,823 |
| WA16 | Knutsford | 1,182 | 23,417 |
| CW1 | Crewe | 1,139 | 42,353 |
| WA14 | Altrincham | 1,127 | 28,237 |
| CW8 | Northwich | 1,107 | 35,261 |
| CH3 | Chester | 1,103 | 32,095 |
| SK11 | Macclesfield | 1,098 | 36,888 |
| CH1 | Chester | 1,084 | 30,527 |
| CW9 | Northwich | 1,052 | 33,157 |
| CW2 | Crewe | 1,029 | 40,752 |
| CW12 | Congleton | 1,022 | 29,317 |
| CW5 | Nantwich | 989 | 29,327 |
| WA6 | Frodsham | 977 | 18,984 |
| CH66 | Ellesmere Port | 975 | 35,057 |
| WA2 | Warrington | 916 | 40,666 |
| CH4 | Chester | 905 | 32,585 |
| SY13 | Whitchurch | 873 | 19,220 |
| CW7 | Winsford | 861 | 31,436 |
| CH2 | Chester | 850 | 34,317 |
| CW11 | Sandbach | 825 | 22,321 |
| CH65 | Ellesmere Port | 807 | 26,411 |
| WA1 | Warrington | 765 | 21,582 |
| CH64 | Neston | 640 | 19,027 |
| CW6 | Tarporley | 550 | 12,302 |
| SK23 | High Peak | 539 | 17,180 |
| WA13 | Lymm | 485 | 12,899 |
| SK12 | Stockport | 481 | 19,049 |
| CW10 | Middlewich | 452 | 14,790 |
| L24 | Liverpool | 402 | 15,951 |
| CW4 | Crewe | 346 | 9,306 |
| CW3 | Crewe | 344 | 9,165 |
| SY14 | Malpas | 344 | 5,843 |
Frequently asked questions
How many postcodes are in Cheshire?
There are approximately 39,097 postcodes in Cheshire.
How many postcode districts are in Cheshire?
Cheshire contains 41 postcode districts.
What is the population of Cheshire?
The postcode districts in Cheshire have a combined population of about 1,278,599.