Corporate Housing in Crewe

Learn about the top employers in Crewe and their contributions to the local economy. This section highlights key businesses and organisations that play a significant role in the community and shape the city's vibrant economic landscape.

Bentley Motors Ltd
A luxury British automobile manufacturer headquartered in Crewe, Bentley designs, engineers and builds high-end grand tourers and bespoke vehicles. The company is known for handcrafted craftsmanship, high-performance engines and global sales, and operates a major production and engineering campus in Crewe.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (Leighton Hospital)
The NHS trust that runs Leighton Hospital in Crewe, providing acute hospital services, emergency care and a range of specialist treatments to the local population. As part of the National Health Service it is one of the town’s largest public-sector employers.

Alstom (Crewe Works, formerly Bombardier/Adtranz)
An international rail-equipment manufacturer and maintainer with a major engineering and overhaul facility in Crewe. The works supports production, refurbishment and maintenance of trains and signalling equipment for UK and international rail operators.

Cheshire East Council (local government services in Crewe)
The unitary local authority responsible for a wide range of public services across the area, including education, social care, highways and planning. The council maintains administrative and service delivery staff in Crewe, making it a significant local employer.

Network Rail (Crewe operations and signalling/maintenance)
The organisation that owns and manages Britain’s railway infrastructure, with substantial operational, signalling and maintenance presence in Crewe — a major rail hub. Network Rail’s staff based in the town support station operations, track and signalling maintenance and engineering works.

Explore the diverse transport options available in Crewe, from efficient public transportation systems to convenient road networks. Whether you're commuting to work or exploring the city, this section will give you an overall look at the available transportation systems.

Public Transit System
- Crewe railway station - Major national rail hub on the West Coast Main Line with frequent intercity and regional services (operators include Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern and Transport for Wales), direct trains to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, Chester, Stoke-on-Trent and North Wales; station offers ticket facilities, staffed concourse, taxi rank, cycle parking and step‑free access following recent upgrades.
- Local bus network - Regular local and regional bus services serving Crewe town centre, surrounding suburbs and nearby towns (operators include local carriers such as D&G Bus and larger operators serving the area); services operate from the town bus interchange and link to Nantwich, Congleton, Macclesfield, Stoke-on-Trent, Chester and other settlements.
- Intercity and long-distance coaches - National Express and other coach services call at or near Crewe, providing alternative long‑distance travel where rail is less convenient.
- Community transport and demand-responsive services - Local community transport schemes and dial‑a‑ride options support access for elderly and mobility‑impaired residents and cover some rural routes.
- Taxis and private-hire - Taxi ranks at the station and app-based private-hire vehicles provide 24/7 onward connections for first/last-mile travel.

Major Highways
- M6 - Primary north–south motorway serving Crewe via nearby junctions (links Crewe to Birmingham, the North West and the national motorway network).
- A500 - Principal dual carriageway “D‑road” linking Crewe with the M6 and Stoke‑on‑Trent; important for east–west access and freight traffic.
- A530 - Key A‑road providing north–south local and regional connections (Nantwich/Middlewich corridor).
- A534 - East–west A‑road connecting Crewe with Congleton and other local centres.
- A5020 (Crewe inner ring road) - Local distributor route that provides orbital access around the town and links industrial estates, the rail station and retail areas.
- M56 / M6 Toll (via connecting links) - Accessible via the local A/M‑road network and M6, providing links toward Manchester, Manchester Airport and alternative north‑west motorway routes.

Cycling Infrastructure
- Bike lanes and routes - A mix of on‑road cycle lanes, traffic‑calmed streets and shared‑use paths complemented by traffic‑free routes along canal towpaths (notably the Shropshire Union Canal) and links into the Cheshire cycleway network and National Cycle Network corridors; cycle parking is provided at key hubs (including the station), though provision and protection levels vary and active‑travel improvements are ongoing.

Recent and Upcoming Improvements
- Crewe station upgrade - Recent Network Rail and industry investments delivered a major station remodelling (new footbridge with lifts, platform works and accessibility improvements) and signalling/track changes to boost capacity and enable longer trains and smoother interchange.
- Crewe town centre regeneration (transport elements) - Town centre redevelopment programmes (Town Deal / local authority initiatives and Levelling Up‑linked schemes) include public‑realm works, improved bus interchange, pedestrian and cycle improvements and better wayfinding to bolster local connectivity.
- Rail capacity and junction works - Ongoing and staged rail infrastructure works in the Crewe area (including freight and junction capacity upgrades on approaches to the station and West Coast Main Line improvement works) aimed at improving reliability and freight throughput.
- Proposals for a Crewe “hub” / high‑speed connectivity - Various proposals and business cases (including HS2‑related hub concepts and local proposals to improve high‑speed connectivity) have been developed to enhance Crewe’s long‑distance links; these remain subject to national decision‑making and funding outcomes.
- Active travel and EV infrastructure rollout - Local authority programmes continue to deliver new cycle lanes, improved pedestrian crossings and expanded on‑street and rapid EV charging infrastructure across Crewe to support sustainable local travel.
- Bus service and ticketing enhancements - Local and regional initiatives (service reviews, bus priority measures and trials of simpler multi‑operator ticketing) are being progressed to improve frequency, reliability and multimodal integration.

In Crewe, finding the right corporate housing can be challenging - especially within budget all year round. That is where we help companies, contracting consultants, professionals and business executives find the right place to stay when working away from home. Our properties offer the perfect serviced accommodation with a range of central and easy-access locations in Crewe. Whether it be one week, one month or one year - and one person or a full team, we have flexible housing options to suit you.