Woodland Bank is in Mickle Trafford, Chester and in Chester district. CH2 4QL 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 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Woodland Bank, Mickle Trafford, Chester, CH2 4QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH2 4QN, CH2 4QJ, CH2 4QW, CH2 4DY, CH2 4TD, CH2 4DJ, CH2 4QX, CH2 4QR, CH2 4QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH2 4QL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 50.7% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 51.3% | 49.3% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CH2 4QL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.7% | 23.5% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.9% | 63.7% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 19.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 6% | 3.4% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -5.7% |
| Widowed | 6% | 7.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 56.6% | 48% | -8.6% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 33% | 34.2% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 14.2% | 5.6% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 52.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9% | 12% | 3.0% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 6% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 9.4% | -7.7% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 13.3% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 47% | 52.8% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 19.0% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.4% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.2% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 96.6% | 97.5% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 97.1% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 58.3% | 46.2% | 12.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodland Bank was 7.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.0% lower than the Gowy Rural average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Woodland Bank has the 7th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Gowy Rural and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Woodland Bank, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2016-12-19 | £408,268 |
| 3 Woodland Bank, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2015-06-26 | £344,568 |
| 5 Woodland Bank, Chester, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £157,950 | 2000-09-08 | £533,656 |
CH2 4QL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 4QL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mickle Trafford Village School School Lane , Mickle Trafford CH2 4EF | 4out of 4 | 493 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guilden Sutton CofE Primary School Arrowcroft Road , Guilden Sutton CH3 7ES | 4out of 4 | 2,022 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrow CofE Primary School Barrow , School Lane CH3 7HW | 3out of 4 | 2,935 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acresfield Academy Acres Lane , Upton By Chester CH2 1LJ | - not rated | 3,173 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldfield Primary School Green Lane , Vicars Cross CH3 5LB | 3out of 4 | 3,719 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upton-by-Chester High School St James Avenue , Upton-by-Chester CH2 1NN | 3out of 4 | 3,234 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christleton High School Village Road , Christleton CH3 7AD | 4out of 4 | 5,057 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hammond Mannings Lane , CH2 4ES | - not rated | 2,252 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| iMap Centre Unit 4a Barrowmore Estates , Barnhouse Lane CH3 7JA | - not rated | 3,078 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple Grove School Clare Avenue , Chester CH2 3HR | - not rated | 4,181 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Firs School 45 Newton Lane , Chester CH2 2HJ | - not rated | 4,189 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorin Park School & Specialist SEN College Wealstone Lane , Upton CH2 1HD | 3out of 4 | 4,398 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury Arms | Shrewsbury Arms Warrington Road, Mickle Trafford | 917 yd | |
| Meadow Lea Farm Coffee Shop | Meadow Lea Farm Station Lane, Mickle Trafford | 1,076 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hoole Lawn Tennis Club SCHOOL LANE | tennis courts | 533 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.