Waterworks Lane is in Hooton, Ellesmere Port and in Ellesmere Port And Neston district. CH66 7NR is located in the Willaston & Thornton 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 Waterworks Lane, Hooton, Ellesmere Port, CH66 7NR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH66 7NR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.9% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.1% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 CH66 7NR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.1% 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 | 27.9% | 30.9% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.2% | 52.1% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 7.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 7.1% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5.8% | 0.2% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.4% | 60.7% | 3.3% | 48.4% | 12.3% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 28.9% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 7.6% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 CH66 7NR this area, 6.6% 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 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.4% | 6.6% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 5.1% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 12.7% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 4.4% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 19.8% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.9% | 49.5% | 8.6% | 33.8% | 15.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.9% | 95.6% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.1% | 96.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 96.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.2% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 57.3% | 46.2% | 11.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Waterworks Lane was 68.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 159.9% higher than the Little Neston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Waterworks Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Little Neston and the 336th highest crime rate of 1,160 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.9%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% 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 The Olde Pumphouse Waterworks Lane, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-12-10 | £399,044 |
| 4 The Olde Pumphouse Waterworks Lane, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-06-28 | £404,181 |
| 3 Waterworks Cottages Waterworks Lane, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2019-08-28 | £308,747 |
| 1 Waterworks Cottages Waterworks Lane, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2017-11-22 | £263,624 |
| 5 The Olde Pumphouse Waterworks Lane, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £273,000 | 2016-11-10 | £413,928 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Waterworks Lane, Hooton, Ellesmere Port, CH66 7NR has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 6 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Waterworks Lane, Hooton, Ellesmere Port, CH66 7NR has low surface water flood risk.
2 of 6 properties (33.33%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
CH66 7NR 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 184 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 24 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Childer Thornton Primary School New School Lane , Childer Thornton CH66 1QY | 4out of 4 | 1,661 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Childer Thornton Primary School New School Lane , Childer Thornton CH66 1QY | - not rated | 1,661 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfields Church of England (Controlled) Primary School Willington Avenue , Eastham CH62 9EB | 2out of 4 | 1,738 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Park Junior School Willington Avenue , Eastham CH62 9EB | - not rated | 1,738 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Park Infant School Willington Avenue , Eastham CH62 9EB | - not rated | 1,738 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Wirral High School Plymyard Avenue , Eastham CH62 8EH | 3out of 4 | 2,162 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Wirral High School Plymyard Avenue , Eastham CH62 8EH | - not rated | 2,162 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Specialist School of Performing Arts Woodchurch Lane , CH66 3NG | - not rated | 3,784 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 | 5,201 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Catholic High School Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | - not rated | 5,216 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 5,131 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crowthorns Day/Residential Special School -Autism and Asperger's School Lane , Childer Thornton CH66 5PL | - not rated | 996 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Benty Heath School and Kindergarten Benty Heath Lane , Willaston CH64 1SB | - not rated | 2,312 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lyndale School Lyndale Avenue , Eastham CH62 8DE | - not rated | 2,609 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Archers Brook SEMH Residential School Chester Road , Great Sutton CH66 2NA | - not rated | 4,622 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge Short Stay School Appleton Drive , CH65 7EP | 3out of 4 | 4,960 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 45.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 45.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 45.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 45.5% |
| 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 | 27.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 54.5% |
| Median download speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.