Orchard Park Lane is in Elton, Chester and in Chester district. CH2 4NT 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 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Park Lane, Elton, Chester, CH2 4NT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH2 4LZ, CH2 4NH, CH2 4PF, CH2 4PE, CH2 4LX, CH2 4NA, CH2 4ND, CH2 4NB, CH2 4LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CH2 4NT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 52.6% | 3.9% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 51.3% | 47.4% | -3.9% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 33.1% | 34.2% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.8% | 46.6% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.9% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 5.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.6% | 42.3% | -9.3% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 36.2% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 12% | 14.1% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 6.4% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21% | 20.6% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 10.9% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 14.7% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 7.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 18.5% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 25.8% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98% | 96.2% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 97.7% | 95.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 95% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Park Lane was 99.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.0% higher than the Gowy Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Park Lane has the 7th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Gowy Rural and the 219th highest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trelawny Orchard Park Lane, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2015-09-04 | £303,048 |
| Trelawny Orchard Park Lane, Chester, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2004-07-02 | £321,947 |
| Trelawny Orchard Park Lane, Chester, Cheshire Detached, a newly built property | £91,995 | 1999-09-03 | £345,478 |
| Rowan House Orchard Park Lane, Chester, Cheshire Detached, a newly built property | £87,395 | 1999-07-23 | £335,443 |
CH2 4NT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 150 |
| Retired | 125 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elton Primary School School Lane , Elton CH2 4LT | 3out of 4 | 175 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horn's Mill Primary School Denbigh Close , Helsby WA6 0ED | 3out of 4 | 3,522 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Helsby Hillside Primary School Bates Lane , Helsby WA6 9LN | 3out of 4 | 4,317 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvanley and Manley Village School Manley Road , Alvanley WA6 9DD | 3out of 4 | 4,823 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's Roman Catholic Primary School Sherbourne Road , CH65 5EW | 4out of 4 | 5,282 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helsby High School Chester Road , Helsby WA6 0HY | 3out of 4 | 4,748 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dine Contract Catering | Encirc Glass Ltd Ash Road, Elton | 546 yd | |
| Elton Community Cafe | Elton Library, Elton Community Centre School Lane, Elton | 664 yd | |
| University Of Chester-Thorton Science Park | University Of Chester, Thornton Science Park Pool Lane, Ince | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelwright Arms | Wheelwright Arms Ince Lane, Elton | 195 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 10, Elton Shopping Precinct Ince Lane, Elton | 468 yd | |
| Jade Takeaway | 9 Ince Lane, Elton | 761 yd | |
| Flames Pizzaria and Grill | 5, Elton Shopping Precinct Ince Lane, Elton | 779 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elton Primary School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 229 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.