Holm Drive is in Elton, Chester and in Chester district. CH2 4RE 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 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holm Drive, Elton, Chester, CH2 4RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH2 4RR, CH2 4LP, CH2 4QB, CH2 4RF, CH2 4RP, CH2 4QQ, CH2 4NZ, CH2 4RY, CH2 4LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH2 4RE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 51% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 4RE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% 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 | 30.5% | 21.3% | -9.2% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 59.8% | 9.3% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 14% | 10.1% | -3.9% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 6.3% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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% | 44.9% | -11.7% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 37.5% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 9% | 10.8% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 5.7% | 4.1% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 15.3% | 20.5% | 5.2% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 8.1% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 13.8% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 22.6% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 27.2% | -4.2% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.1% | 0% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.1% | 0% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.1% | 0% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.1% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.1% | 0% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 96.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 96.9% | 94.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 94.6% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.8% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 62.9% | 46.2% | 16.7% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holm Drive was 26.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.8% lower than the Gowy Rural average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Holm Drive has the 25th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Gowy Rural and the 352nd lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Holmfield Holm Drive, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £252,500 | 2018-01-03 | £357,680 |
| 1 Holmfield Holm Drive, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £199,000 | 2014-02-28 | £334,013 |
| 3 Holmfield Holm Drive, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2012-10-01 | £306,148 |
| 3 Holmfield Holm Drive, Chester, Cheshire Detached, a newly built property | £135,000 | 2002-11-08 | £337,986 |
| 2 Holmfield Holm Drive, Chester, Cheshire Detached, a newly built property | £128,000 | 2002-02-07 | £379,636 |
CH2 4RE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 4RE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Retired | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 70 |
| Manufacturing | 62 |
| Human health and social work activities | 60 |
| Education | 31 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| 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 | 293 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horn's Mill Primary School Denbigh Close , Helsby WA6 0ED | 3out of 4 | 3,107 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Helsby Hillside Primary School Bates Lane , Helsby WA6 9LN | 3out of 4 | 4,062 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvanley and Manley Village School Manley Road , Alvanley WA6 9DD | 3out of 4 | 4,431 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,510 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elton Community Cafe | Elton Library, Elton Community Centre School Lane, Elton | 605 yd | |
| Pret A Manger | Roadchef, Chester Motorway Service Area Hapsford Interchange, Elton | 879 yd | |
| Costa | Chester Motorway Service Area Hapsford Interchange, Elton | 881 yd | |
| Costa Drive-Thru | Chester Motorway Service Area Hapsford Interchange, Elton | 881 yd | |
| Fresh Food | Chester Motorway Service Area Hapsford Interchange, Elton | 881 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelwright Arms | Wheelwright Arms Ince Lane, Elton | 256 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 10, Elton Shopping Precinct Ince Lane, Elton | 36 yd | |
| Jade Takeaway | 9 Ince Lane, Elton | 316 yd | |
| Flames Pizzaria and Grill | 5, Elton Shopping Precinct Ince Lane, Elton | 334 yd | |
| McDonalds | Chester Motorway Service Area Hapsford Interchange, Elton | 881 yd | |
| Chozen Noodle | Chester Motorway Service Area Hapsford Interchange, Elton | 881 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elton Primary School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 432 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.