Woodfield Road North is in Ellesmere Port and in Cheshire West And Chester district. CH65 8BF 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 2009-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Woodfield Road North, Ellesmere Port, CH65 8BF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH65 8BA, CH65 8BB, CH65 8AX, CH65 8AS, CH65 8BD, CH65 8AA, CH65 8AD, CH65 4AR, CH65 4AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH65 8BF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56% | 51.2% | -4.8% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 44% | 48.8% | 4.8% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CH65 8BF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50.9% | 56.9% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 19.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28% | 25.4% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -18.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 6% | 3.7% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 10.7% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 42.6% | 44.9% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 39.2% | 37.8% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 11% | 11.5% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 4.8% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 22.5% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.6% | 13.8% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 11.4% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 7.1% | 6.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 23.4% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.9% | 20.3% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 8.3% | 1.5% | -6.8% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 96.2% | 93.5% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 77.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 77.6% | -11.1% | 83.2% | -5.6% |
| European Union | 7.9% | 18% | 10.1% | 6.1% | 11.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 0.2% | -3.2% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.9% | 77.6% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 6% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 3.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 5.8% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 4.8% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.3% | 76.7% | -21.4% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 6.7% | 1.3% | 5.4% |
| Romania | 8.8% | 0.9% | 7.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodfield Road North was 193.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.9% higher than the Central & Grange average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodfield Road North has the 18th highest crime rate of 121 local areas in Central & Grange and the 64th highest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 103.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 117 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Unemployed | 20 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Road Community Primary and Nursery School Cambridge Road , CH65 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 370 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westminster Community Primary School John Street , CH65 2ED | 2out of 4 | 393 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Stockton Community Primary School Heathfield Road , CH65 8DH | 3out of 4 | 440 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolverham Primary and Nursery School Milton Road , Wolverham CH65 5AT | 4out of 4 | 1,048 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Acorns Primary and Nursery School Pooltown Road , CH65 7ED | 3out of 4 | 1,383 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,734 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitby High School Sycamore Drive , Whitby CH66 2NU | 2out of 4 | 2,438 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 | 1,806 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinderton School Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | 4out of 4 | 1,979 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Archers Brook SEMH Residential School Chester Road , Great Sutton CH66 2NA | 3out of 4 | 2,963 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greater Grace School of Christian Education Church Lane , Backford CH2 4BE | - not rated | 5,309 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 Light of India | 11 Whitby Road | 109 yd | |
| Express cafe | 39 Whitby Road | 189 yd | |
| Essence of Spice | 59 - 61 Whitby Road | 286 yd | |
| whitby's | 104 Station Road | 313 yd | |
| Companions Cafe | 2 Enfield Road | 314 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The William Jessop | 67 Whitby Road | 319 yd | |
| Ellesmere Port Conservative Club | The Conservative Club Worcester Walk | 490 yd | |
| Labour Social Club | Ellesmere Port And District Labour Social Club Flatt Lane | 589 yd | |
| Horse and Jockey | Horse And Jockey Dock Street | 738 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Kebab & Pizza | 7 Whitby Road | 104 yd | |
| Tuscano | 20A Whitby Road | 174 yd | |
| Harun Kebab House | 24 Whitby Road | 181 yd | |
| Smashie's Ellesmere Port | 12 Cambridge Road | 190 yd | |
| August 8 Chinese Cuisine | 16 Cambridge Road | 196 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Grange Road | 391 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Wellington Road | 647 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness Factory (Ellesmere Port) ENFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 341 yd |
| William Stockton Community Primary School HEATHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 471 yd |
| John Street NEW GROSVENOR ROAD | grass pitches | 743 yd |
| West Cheshire College (Ellesmere Port Campus) REGENT STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 793 yd |
| Oasis Centre For Young People OASIS CENTRE OASIS CENTRE CORONATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 827 yd |
| The Ellesmere Port C Of E College WHITBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 839 yd |
| Waterways Leisure Club HOLIDAY INN HOLIDAY INN LOWER MERSEY STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 918 yd |
| Epic Leisure Centre (Closed) McGarva Way | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 950 yd |
| Ellesmere Port Hub (Closed) Whitby Road | grass pitches | 970 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.