Postcode Analysis Cheshire West and Chester, North West

OVERPOOL ROAD, CH66 1JW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OVERPOOL ROAD, CH66 1JW.

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Population

269

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 37,700 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CH66 1JW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 43, CH66 1JW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £164k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CH66 1JW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Overpool Road, 0.2km from Overpool in Ellesmere Port. Administratively it sits within Central & Grange ward and the Ellesmere Port and Neston constituency.

For families considering a move, CH66 1JW represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £164k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for CH66 1JW are sourced from Output Area E00093603 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH66 1JW. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 126,500

6 sales · Mean £ 128,574

Terraced

£ 145,000

1 sales · Mean £ 145,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CH66 1JW has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences107
Public order25
Shoplifting21
Criminal damage and arson16
Robbery8

school Local Schools

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The Acorns Primary and Nursery School

Good0.6 km
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Rivacre Valley Primary School

Good306 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School

Good207 pupils0.9 km
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Brookside Primary School

Good210 pupils1.1 km
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Parklands Community Primary and Nursery School

Good204 pupils1.2 km
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Rossmore School

Good179 pupils1.2 km
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Sutton Green Primary School

Good262 pupils1.4 km
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Ellesmere Port Church of England College

Inadequate592 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • ELLESMERE PORT KEBAB AND PIZZA HOUSE0.9 km
  • Golden Flower0.2 km
  • Chen's Oriental Supper Bar0.1 km
  • Tony's Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Glyco Chinese and English Takeaway0.6 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Boulder Hut Ltd1.0 km
  • Charming Thai Kitchen0.2 km
  • The Lunchbox Cafe & Takeaway0.9 km
  • Bridge Wellness Gardens Cafe0.7 km
  • Rainbird Cafe0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Rossmore Express0.2 km
  • Tesco Express1.0 km
  • Well Pharmacy0.1 km
  • NEWS & BOOZE OVERPOOL LTD0.2 km
  • Ebor Foodmarkets Ltd0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Rossmore Supermarket0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Wheatsheaf0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Overpool0.1 km
  • Little Sutton1.3 km
  • Ellesmere Port1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Shops0.0 km
  • Railway Station0.1 km
  • Overpool Rail Station0.1 km
  • Overpool Rail Station0.1 km
  • Overpool Rail Station0.1 km