Buggen Lane is in Neston and in Ellesmere Port And Neston district. CH64 6QB is located in the Parkgate 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 Buggen Lane, Neston, CH64 6QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH64 6QG, CH64 6QE, CH64 6QD, L64 3UU, CH64 6UW, CH64 6QA, CH64 6AA, CH64 6UB, CH64 3TY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH64 6QB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 53.3% | 49.7% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 46.7% | 50.3% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 CH64 6QB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.5% 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 | 12.4% | 17.2% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -20.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.6% | 67.5% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 23.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6% | 5.6% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 8% | 8.2% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 50.9% | 55.5% | 4.6% | 48.4% | 7.1% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 28.8% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 12.7% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 2.3% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around CH64 6QB this area, 6.3% 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 60.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.6% | 6.3% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6% | 4.1% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 9.6% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.4% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 13% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 56.4% | 60.7% | 4.3% | 33.8% | 26.9% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.7% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 97% 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% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 97.7% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.7% | 76.7% | 18.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 62.5% | 46.2% | 16.3% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buggen Lane was 19.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.4% lower than the Neston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Buggen Lane has the 8th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Neston and the 256th lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limehouse Buggen Lane, Neston, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2015-07-30 | £737,865 |
| Rosecroft Buggen Lane, Neston, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2011-11-25 | £479,213 |
| Stumps Buggen Lane, Neston, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2006-11-08 | £498,310 |
| Sherwood House Buggen Lane, Neston, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £427,000 | 2006-10-31 | £703,136 |
| The Orchard Buggen Lane, Neston, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £279,000 | 2004-12-14 | £489,539 |
CH64 6QB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 6QB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 124 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neston Primary School Burton Road , Little Neston CH64 9RE | 3out of 4 | 873 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkgate Primary School Brooklands Road , Parkgate CH64 6SW | 3out of 4 | 961 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Winefride's Catholic Primary School Mellock Lane , Little Neston CH64 9RW | 3out of 4 | 1,372 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfall Primary School Woodfall Lane , Little Neston CH64 4BT | 4out of 4 | 2,092 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gayton Primary School Gayton Road , Heswall CH60 8PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,809 yd | Community 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 | 1,273 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real Food Kitchen | 21 Parkgate Road | 266 yd | |
| Neston Methodist Church | Neston Methodist Church Liverpool Road | 309 yd | |
| Burger Laboratory | 15 The Cross | 354 yd | |
| The Blue Bicycle | 10 The Cross | 380 yd | |
| Elephant | 7 The Cross | 398 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brewers Arms | 1 Park Street | 279 yd | |
| Malt Shovel | The Malt Shovel, 35 Liverpool Road | 317 yd | |
| The Greenland fishery | Greenland Fishery Inn, 1 - 3 Parkgate Road | 325 yd | |
| Greenland Fishery Hotel | Greenland Fishery Inn, 1 - 3 Parkgate Road | 325 yd | |
| Brown Horse | 3 The Cross | 371 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Flavour | 16 High Street | 334 yd | |
| SELBY'S KEBAB HOUSE | 27 High Street | 463 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 31 High Street | 478 yd | |
| Ness Kebab & Fish Bar | 47 West Vale | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 4 The Cross | 386 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Ladies Walk | 390 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Sainsburys Brook Street | 431 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Neston Cricket Club Station Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 619 yd |
| Parksfield STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 640 yd |
| Neston Primary School BURTON ROAD | grass pitches | 779 yd |
| Mostyn House School (Closed) | grass pitches, swimming pool | 971 yd |
| Raby Park Road (Closed) Raby Park Road | grass pitches | 1,062 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 234.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 36.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.