Keel Hey is in Willaston, Neston and in Ellesmere Port And Neston district. CH64 1RB is located in the Willaston & Thornton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ellesmere Port and Neston. This postcode has been in use since 2002-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Keel Hey, Willaston, Neston, CH64 1RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH64 1SH, CH64 1TS, CH64 1SP, CH64 1SW, CH64 1SQ, CH64 1TG, CH64 1SR, CH64 1TL, CH64 1UQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH64 1RB has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 48.7% | 49% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 51.3% | 51% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 CH64 1RB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.3% 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 | 23% | 21.9% | -1.1% | 37.9% | -16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.6% | 62.3% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 5.8% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 6% | 6.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.9% | 54.3% | -3.6% | 48.4% | 5.9% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 32.7% | 2.3% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 11.5% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
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 CH64 1RB this area, 7.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 57.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.6% | 7.3% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 4.9% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 11.9% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 12.8% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.9% | 57.8% | 3.9% | 33.8% | 24.0% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 95.9% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 98.8% | 96.7% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 76.7% | 14.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 62.6% | 46.2% | 16.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Keel Hey was 34.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.6% higher than the Little Neston average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Keel Hey has the 14th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Little Neston and the 491st lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% 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 Keel Hey, Neston, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2019-09-27 | £566,667 |
| 2 Keel Hey, Neston, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2004-05-24 | £578,928 |
| 3 Keel Hey, Neston, Cheshire Detached, a newly built property | £242,500 | 2003-12-10 | £495,440 |
| 1 Keel Hey, Neston, Cheshire Detached, a newly built property | £270,000 | 2002-11-22 | £675,971 |
| 2 Keel Hey, Neston, Cheshire Detached, a newly built property | £249,500 | 2002-10-18 | £629,174 |
CH64 1RB 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 CH64 1RB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willaston CofE Primary School Neston Road , Willaston CH64 2TN | 3out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfields Church of England (Controlled) Primary School Willington Avenue , Eastham CH62 9EB | 3out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookhurst Primary School Brookhurst Road , Bromborough CH63 0EH | 3out of 4 | 2,784 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heygarth Primary School Heygarth Road , Eastham CH62 8AG | 3out of 4 | 2,808 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Childer Thornton Primary School New School Lane , Childer Thornton CH66 1QY | 4out of 4 | 3,140 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Wirral High School Plymyard Avenue , Eastham CH62 8EH | 2out of 4 | 2,216 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Neston High School Raby Park Road , CH64 9NH | 3out of 4 | 4,339 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nags Head | Nags Head Neston Road, Willaston | 964 yd | |
| Peppers | Aston House Neston Road, Willaston | 1,087 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.