Holmwood Drive is in Whitby, Ellesmere Port and in Ellesmere Port And Neston district. CH65 6PF is located in the Whitby Park 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 Holmwood Drive, Whitby, Ellesmere Port, CH65 6PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH65 6PE, CH65 6PD, CH65 6RQ, CH65 6PG, CH65 6RG, CH65 6TT, CH65 6PA, CH65 6RL, CH65 6RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH65 6PF has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 50% | 47.9% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 50% | 52.1% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 CH65 6PF 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 | 20.1% | 23.5% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.8% | 62.3% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 7.1% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5.7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 42.5% | 47.1% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 33.5% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 15.3% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 16.8% | 11.3% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 12% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 13.8% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 8.5% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 24.7% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 7.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 27.2% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.5% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 97.3% | 98.2% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 95.2% | 93.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 93.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 57.3% | 46.2% | 11.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holmwood Drive was 20.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.7% lower than the Whitby Groves average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holmwood Drive has the 6th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Whitby Groves and the 273rd lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Holmwood Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2016-11-11 | £277,500 |
| 5 Holmwood Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2004-04-21 | £294,006 |
| 4 Holmwood Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £56,995 | 1998-06-05 | £263,912 |
| 2 Holmwood Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £59,950 | 1995-09-18 | £306,956 |
CH65 6PF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitby Heath Primary School Wyedale , Whitby CH65 6RJ | 4out of 4 | 211 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Christ Church CofE Primary School Deeside , Whitby CH65 6TQ | 3out of 4 | 371 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School Capenhurst Lane , CH65 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 472 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary School Eddisbury Road , Whitby CH66 2JT | 2out of 4 | 939 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Community Primary School Rochester Drive , CH65 9EX | 3out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Port Catholic High School Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | 1out of 4 | 514 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitby High School Sycamore Drive , Whitby CH66 2NU | 2out of 4 | 696 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Church of England College 164 Whitby Road , CH65 6EA | 1out of 4 | 1,043 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinderton School Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | 4out of 4 | 632 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge Short Stay School Appleton Drive , CH65 7EP | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archers Brook SEMH Residential School Chester Road , Great Sutton CH66 2NA | 3out of 4 | 1,677 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greater Grace School of Christian Education Church Lane , Backford CH2 4BE | - not rated | 3,686 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Table | The Cupboard Network, United Reformed Church Chester Road, Whitby | 279 yd | |
| Olympus bar and kitchen | 1A Woodland Road, Whitby | 521 yd | |
| The Coppermine Creamery | 14 Chester Road, Whitby | 686 yd | |
| Eastern Delight | 5 - 7 Chester Road, Whitby | 740 yd | |
| Grace Arms | Grace Arms Stanney Lane | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Hotel | Woodlands Hotel Chester Road, Whitby | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| zhong jiang | 3 Woodland Road, Whitby | 489 yd | |
| Glyco Chinese&English Takeaway | 37 Underwood Drive | 528 yd | |
| Venue Fish Bar | 31 Chester Road, Whitby | 694 yd | |
| JDS Sandwich Bar | 21 Chester Road, Whitby | 716 yd | |
| Simons Kitchen | 233 Whitby Road | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarkets | Safeway Stores Plc Chester Road, Whitby | 496 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitby Park THAMESDALE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 619 yd |
| Ellesmere Port Catholic High School CAPENHURST LANE | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Whitby High School SYCAMORE DRIVE | grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Whitby Sports And Social Club DUNKIRK LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, indoor bowls, squash courts | 797 yd |
| Epic Leisure Centre (Closed) McGarva Way | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 825 yd |
| The Bridge At Appleton APPLETON DRIVE | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| Oasis Centre For Young People OASIS CENTRE OASIS CENTRE CORONATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 941 yd |
| Ellesmere Port Sports Village Stanney Lane | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 955 yd |
| Ellesmere Port Hub (Closed) Whitby Road | grass pitches | 961 yd |
| Woodlands Primary School EDDISBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,040 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.