L65 9AZ is in Ludlow Road, Ellesmere Port and Ellesmere Port And Neston district. L65 9AZ 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ludlow Road, Ellesmere Port, L65 9AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH65 9LW, CH65 6QP, CH65 9LN, CH65 9BB, CH65 9LP, CH65 6QR, CH65 9BA, CH65 9AZ, CH65 9BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L65 9AZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 50.8% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48% | 49.2% | 1.2% | 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 vicinity of L65 9AZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% 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 | 22.9% | 30% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 55.4% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 5.8% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 6.2% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 54.7% | 50.2% | -4.5% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 33.6% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 13% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.6% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 18.3% | 12.7% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 10.8% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 18.5% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 3.5% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 26.3% | 14.2% | 16.9% | 9.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 26.6% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 6.3% | 1.5% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 2.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94% | 93.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 94.3% | 93.2% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 94.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 57.8% | 46.2% | 11.6% |
| Muslim | 5.3% | 6.5% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around L65 9AZ was 75.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.5% higher than the Whitby Groves average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
L65 9AZ has the 5th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Whitby Groves and the 299th 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 -60.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 1996-10-30 | £478,636 |
L65 9AZ 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 | 116 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitby Heath Primary School Wyedale , Whitby CH65 6RJ | - not rated | 510 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Infant School Windsor Drive , Whitby CH65 6SH | - not rated | 608 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Junior School Capenhurst Lane , CH65 7AQ | - not rated | 621 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 | 621 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Stockton Community Primary School Heathfield Road , CH65 8DH | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Chester CE Academy 164 Whitby Road , CH65 6EA | - not rated | 352 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Church of England College 164 Whitby Road , CH65 6EA | 3out of 4 | 411 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 685 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Port Catholic High School Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | - not rated | 715 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheshire Oaks High School, A Specialist Sports College Stanney Lane , CH65 9DB | - not rated | 1,319 yd | Community school | 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 | 711 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 881 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinderton School Capenhurst Lane , Whitby CH65 7AQ | 4out of 4 | 960 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archers Brook SEMH Residential School Chester Road , Great Sutton CH66 2NA | - not rated | 2,033 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greater Grace School of Christian Education Church Lane , Backford CH2 4BE | - not rated | 4,310 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crowthorns Day/Residential Special School -Autism and Asperger's School Lane , Childer Thornton CH66 5PL | - not rated | 4,780 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Delight | 5 - 7 Chester Road, Whitby | 222 yd | |
| The Coppermine Creamery | 14 Chester Road, Whitby | 333 yd | |
| Diverse Dine | Ellesmere Port Library Civic Way | 405 yd | |
| Grace Arms | Grace Arms Stanney Lane | 485 yd | |
| Club 3000 Bingo | 49 Marina Drive | 513 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labour Social Club | Ellesmere Port And District Labour Social Club Flatt Lane | 631 yd | |
| The William Jessop | 67 Whitby Road | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simons Kitchen | 233 Whitby Road | 225 yd | |
| JDS Sandwich Bar | 21 Chester Road, Whitby | 261 yd | |
| Venue Fish Bar | 31 Chester Road, Whitby | 278 yd | |
| Frankies | 45A Marina Drive | 583 yd | |
| Wok & Go | 41 Marina Drive | 595 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarkets | Safeway Stores Plc Chester Road, Whitby | 432 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Wellington Road | 647 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Grange Road | 857 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitby Park THAMESDALE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 147 yd |
| Ellesmere Port Hub (Closed) Whitby Road | grass pitches | 325 yd |
| Epic Leisure Centre (Closed) McGarva Way | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 379 yd |
| The Ellesmere Port C Of E College WHITBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 417 yd |
| Oasis Centre For Young People OASIS CENTRE OASIS CENTRE CORONATION ROAD | health and fitness suite | 430 yd |
| Ellesmere Port Catholic High School CAPENHURST LANE | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| West Cheshire College (Ellesmere Port Campus) REGENT STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 704 yd |
| The Bridge At Appleton APPLETON DRIVE | grass pitches | 883 yd |
| Fitness Factory (Ellesmere Port) ENFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 884 yd |
| William Stockton Community Primary School HEATHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 933 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.