Knottingley Drive is in Great Sutton, Ellesmere Port and in Ellesmere Port And Neston district. CH66 4XF is located in the Ledsham & Manor 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 Knottingley Drive, Great Sutton, Ellesmere Port, CH66 4XF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH66 4UY, CH66 4UZ, CH66 4XD, CH66 4UX, CH66 4UT, CH66 4XE, CH66 4XA, CH66 4XB, CH66 4US.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CH66 4XF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 52.7% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 49.5% | 47.3% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 CH66 4XF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.8% 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 | 17.3% | 24.4% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.1% | 66.8% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 22.6% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 1.5% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -7.6% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 49.5% | 42.1% | -7.4% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 35.9% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 11% | 17.9% | 6.9% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 21.8% | 23.3% | 1.5% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 8.8% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 13.4% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 17.9% | 2.0% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 26.3% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -7.5% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.3% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 98.7% | 100% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 98.7% | 98.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 98.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knottingley Drive was 30.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.2% lower than the Ledsham & Manor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Knottingley Drive has the 15th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Ledsham & Manor and the 462nd lowest crime rate of 1,160 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Knottingley Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-03-01 | £237,097 |
| 35 Knottingley Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-02-21 | £229,207 |
| 37 Knottingley Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-02-07 | £245,579 |
| 3 Knottingley Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-07-29 | £246,897 |
| 51 Knottingley Drive, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-04-06 | £229,170 |
CH66 4XF 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 CH66 4XF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parklands Community Primary and Nursery School Parklands , Little Sutton CH66 3RL | 3out of 4 | 225 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands County Junior School Little Sutton , CH66 3RL | - not rated | 225 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands Community Primary School Little Sutton , CH66 3RL | - not rated | 225 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands County Infant School Little Sutton , CH66 3RL | - not rated | 225 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Green Primary School Armthorpe Drive , Little Sutton CH66 4NW | 3out of 4 | 359 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Port Specialist School of Performing Arts Woodchurch Lane , CH66 3NG | - not rated | 1,187 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 2,147 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Catholic High School Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | - not rated | 2,157 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Church of England College 164 Whitby Road , CH65 6EA | 3out of 4 | 2,464 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Chester CE Academy 164 Whitby Road , CH65 6EA | - not rated | 2,520 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Cheshire College Ellesmere Port Campus , Off Sutton Way CH65 7BF | - not rated | 2,372 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archers Brook SEMH Residential School Chester Road , Great Sutton CH66 2NA | - not rated | 1,657 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge Short Stay School Appleton Drive , CH65 7EP | 3out of 4 | 1,899 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinderton School Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | 4out of 4 | 2,083 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crowthorns Day/Residential Special School -Autism and Asperger's School Lane , Childer Thornton CH66 5PL | - not rated | 2,504 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lyndale School Lyndale Avenue , Eastham CH62 8DE | - not rated | 4,817 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatwins | 444 - 446 Chester Road, Little Sutton | 642 yd | |
| Meaney's | 383 Chester Road, Little Sutton | 672 yd | |
| Kitchen Ninety3 | 424 Chester Road, Little Sutton | 709 yd | |
| Purple Olive | 408 Chester Road, Little Sutton | 743 yd | |
| Bridge Wellness Gardens Cafe | Bridge Community Farms Cic Mill Lane, Great Sutton | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion | Royal British Legion Club, 443 Chester Road, Little Sutton | 355 yd | |
| White Swan Inn | White Swan Old Chester Road, Great Sutton | 378 yd | |
| The Bulls Head | The Bull Old Chester Road, Great Sutton | 483 yd | |
| Travellers Rest | The Travellers Rest, 14 Ledsham Road, Little Sutton | 873 yd | |
| Olde Red Lion | 307 Chester Road, Little Sutton | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two dragons fish bar | 55 - 57 Gleneagles Road, Great Sutton | 256 yd | |
| Great Sutton Pizza & Kebab | 5 Whetstone Hey, Great Sutton | 292 yd | |
| Chius Oriental Supper Bar | 2 Whetstone Hey, Great Sutton | 300 yd | |
| GREAT FRYS | 70 Old Chester Road, Great Sutton | 408 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 426B Chester Road, Little Sutton | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 508 Chester Road, Little Sutton | 306 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whetstone Hey WHETSTONE HEY | grass pitches | 407 yd |
| Sutton Green Primary School ARMTHORPE DRIVE | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| Princes Villa Jfc UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER C OF E ACADEMY UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER C OF E ACADEMY WOODCHURCH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 915 yd |
| Seymour Drive ROSSMORE ROAD WEST | grass pitches | 1,047 yd |
| University Church Of England Academy (Closed) Woodchurch Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,048 yd |
| Hooton Lawn Tennis Club Berwick Road | tennis courts | 1,079 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 | 49.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.