Rock Farm Drive is in Little Neston, Neston and in Ellesmere Port And Neston district. CH64 4DZ is located in the Little Neston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ellesmere Port and Neston. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rock Farm Drive, Little Neston, Neston, CH64 4DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH64 4DY, CH64 4DX, CH64 4DP, CH64 4EG, CH64 4EU, CH64 4EF, CH64 4DA, CH64 4DJ, CH64 4DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH64 4DZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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% | 49.6% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51.3% | 50.4% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 4DZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% 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 | 20.4% | 22.3% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62% | 57.1% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 9.7% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 10.5% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 46.8% | 49.8% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 31.6% | -4.5% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 13.8% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 4% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.5% | 11.6% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 10.4% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 12.9% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.9% | 20.7% | 3.8% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 36.5% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.3% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 98.4% | 94.9% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 95.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 62.9% | 46.2% | 16.7% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rock Farm Drive was 7.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.4% lower than the Little Neston average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Rock Farm Drive has the 5th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Little Neston and the 62nd lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.8%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Rock Farm Drive, Neston, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2015-03-20 | £242,573 |
| 22 Rock Farm Drive, Neston, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2012-11-02 | £289,435 |
| 56 Rock Farm Drive, Neston, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2011-07-26 | £387,290 |
| 6 Rock Farm Drive, Neston, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2010-12-03 | £168,960 |
| 10 Rock Farm Drive, Neston, Cheshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2007-08-03 | £230,854 |
CH64 4DZ 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 4DZ 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 | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Education | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodfall Primary School Woodfall Lane , Little Neston CH64 4BT | 4out of 4 | 307 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Winefride's Catholic Primary School Mellock Lane , Little Neston CH64 9RW | 3out of 4 | 471 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Neston Primary School Burton Road , Little Neston CH64 9RE | 3out of 4 | 982 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkgate Primary School Brooklands Road , Parkgate CH64 6SW | 3out of 4 | 2,747 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willaston CofE Primary School Neston Road , Willaston CH64 2TN | 3out of 4 | 2,882 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neston High School Raby Park Road , CH64 9NH | 3out of 4 | 1,662 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | 23 Town Lane, Little Neston | 448 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf Inn | The Inn At Ness Neston Road, Ness | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neston Masonic Club | Masonic Hall Bushell Road | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Chef | 32 Town Lane, Little Neston | 424 yd | |
| The Village Bakehouse And Deli | 3 Town Lane, Little Neston | 448 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Winefrides Catholic Primary School ST WINEFRIDES ROMAN CATHOLIC AIDED PRIMARY SCHOOL ST WINEFRIDES ROMAN CATHOLIC AIDED PRIMARY SCHOOL MELLOCK LANE | grass pitches | 574 yd |
| Ness Playing Fields NESS PLAYING FIELDS NESS PLAYING FIELDS NESTON ROAD | grass pitches | 890 yd |
| Neston Primary School BURTON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,085 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% |
| Median download speed | 52 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.