Newnham Drive is in Ellesmere Port and in Ellesmere Port And Neston district. CH65 5AW is located in the Central & Grange 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 Newnham Drive, Ellesmere Port, CH65 5AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH65 5AJ, CH65 5AR, CH65 0DW, CH65 0DP, CH65 5AS, CH65 0DR, CH65 5EJ, CH65 0EY, CH65 0DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH65 5AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.7% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.3% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.1% | 42% | 5.9% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.2% | 27.5% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -16.7% |
| Separated | 5.7% | 1.4% | -4.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 23.2% | 10.5% | 9.1% | 14.1% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 5.8% | -4.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.1% | 45.1% | 8.0% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 29% | 29.2% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 15.9% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 11.1% | 5.5% | -5.6% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 5.5% | 4.3% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.3% | 27.5% | -16.8% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.1% | 23.2% | 3.1% | 9.6% | 13.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 12% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.3% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 14.5% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.8% | 15.9% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.4% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.2% 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% | 94.2% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 93.1% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 50.9% | 46.2% | 4.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newnham Drive was 50.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.6% lower than the Central & Grange average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newnham Drive has the 36th lowest crime rate of 121 local areas in Central & Grange and the 471st highest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Newnham Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2023-11-13 | £139,959 |
| 81 Newnham Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2021-12-17 | £152,483 |
| 89 Newnham Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2018-05-25 | £166,946 |
| 71 Newnham Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2018-03-26 | £152,766 |
| 49 Newnham Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2017-06-13 | £89,579 |
The percentage of student residents living in CH65 5AW area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Other | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolverham Primary and Nursery School Milton Road , Wolverham CH65 5AT | 4out of 4 | 398 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Road Community Primary and Nursery School Cambridge Road , CH65 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 504 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's Roman Catholic Primary School Sherbourne Road , CH65 5EW | 4out of 4 | 690 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Stockton Community Primary School Heathfield Road , CH65 8DH | 3out of 4 | 867 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitby Heath Primary School Wyedale , Whitby CH65 6RJ | 4out of 4 | 979 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Port Church of England College 164 Whitby Road , CH65 6EA | 1out of 4 | 796 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Catholic High School Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | 1out of 4 | 1,414 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitby High School Sycamore Drive , Whitby CH66 2NU | 2out of 4 | 1,855 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge Short Stay School Appleton Drive , CH65 7EP | 3out of 4 | 1,595 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinderton School Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | 4out of 4 | 1,651 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Archers Brook SEMH Residential School Chester Road , Great Sutton CH66 2NA | 3out of 4 | 2,737 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greater Grace School of Christian Education Church Lane , Backford CH2 4BE | - not rated | 4,532 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Group Uk & Ireland At Asda | Asda Wellington Road | 266 yd | |
| Grace Arms | Grace Arms Stanney Lane | 427 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 46 Mercer Walk | 442 yd | |
| National milk bar | 28 Mercer Walk | 461 yd | |
| Dominik Cafe | Market Hall Mercer Walk | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cat | The Cat Wolverham Road | 459 yd | |
| The William Jessop | 67 Whitby Road | 599 yd | |
| Labour Social Club | Ellesmere Port And District Labour Social Club Flatt Lane | 856 yd | |
| The Gunners | Gunners Arms Thornton Road | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panku | Asda Wellington Road | 266 yd | |
| Peking Kitchen | 66 Milton Road | 457 yd | |
| Caprinos pizza | 9 Marina Drive | 586 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 23 Marina Drive | 589 yd | |
| Subway | 39 Marina Drive | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Wellington Road | 266 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Grange Road | 444 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oasis Centre For Young People OASIS CENTRE OASIS CENTRE CORONATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 381 yd |
| Epic Leisure Centre (Closed) McGarva Way | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 428 yd |
| Wolverham Park MARLBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 468 yd |
| Whitby Park THAMESDALE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 703 yd |
| Fitness Factory (Ellesmere Port) ENFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 889 yd |
| The Ellesmere Port C Of E College WHITBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 901 yd |
| Ellesmere Port Hub (Closed) Whitby Road | grass pitches | 941 yd |
| William Stockton Community Primary School HEATHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,041 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.