Park Road is in Thornton Le Moors, Chester and in Chester district. CH2 4JH is located in the Gowy Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ellesmere Port and Neston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Road, Thornton Le Moors, Chester, CH2 4JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH2 4JJ, CH2 4JQ, CH2 4JF, CH2 4JE, CH2 4JG, CH2 4JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH2 4JH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 48.1% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.9% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.1% | 34.8% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 47.3% | 9.5% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 8.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 15.1% | 7.1% | -8.0% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.5% | 48.9% | 11.4% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 22% | -10.8% | 33.6% | -11.6% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 23.9% | 10.1% | 12.7% | 11.2% |
| Bad health | 12.6% | 3.8% | -8.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around CH2 4JH this area, 31.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.6% | 31.9% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 13.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 6.6% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 9.7% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.8% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 11.1% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 31.4% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 2.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.3% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.8% | 96.6% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 97% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 17% | 6.0% | 11.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Road was 36.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.7% lower than the Gowy Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Road has the 17th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Gowy Rural and the 517th lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.7%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Park Road, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2023-08-09 | £127,571 |
| 8 Park Road, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2020-07-15 | £192,740 |
| 6 Park Road, Chester, Cheshire Terraced, an established residential building | £22,000 | 2002-06-10 | £67,935 |
| 5 Park Road, Chester, Cheshire Terraced, an established residential building | £24,080 | 2002-02-11 | £82,059 |
CH2 4JH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CH2 4JH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elton Primary School School Lane , Elton CH2 4LT | 3out of 4 | 2,166 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Community Primary School Rochester Drive , CH65 9EX | 3out of 4 | 3,704 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's Roman Catholic Primary School Sherbourne Road , CH65 5EW | 4out of 4 | 3,736 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolverham Primary and Nursery School Milton Road , Wolverham CH65 5AT | 4out of 4 | 3,961 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Road Community Primary and Nursery School Cambridge Road , CH65 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,555 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Port Church of England College 164 Whitby Road , CH65 6EA | 1out of 4 | 5,137 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitby High School Sycamore Drive , Whitby CH66 2NU | 2out of 4 | 5,208 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Catholic High School Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | 1out of 4 | 5,446 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayrack Cafe | Church Farm Poole Lane, Thornton Le Moors | 320 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.