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About

Netherpool ward is situated in the eastern part of the Ellesmere Port urban area, bordering the M53 motorway. The area is primarily residential, characterised by post-war housing estates and local amenities serving the community. Its landscape is largely flat, with the ward encompassing sections of the wider industrial and logistical zones that are central to the local economy. The Manchester Ship Canal forms a significant physical boundary to the north.

A notable feature is the presence of the large Stanlow oil refinery complex, which dominates the northern skyline and has historically shaped the area's identity. The ward includes the communities of Whitby and Overpool, which have their own local centres and green spaces like Whitby Park. Transport links are defined by the motorway network and the Chester to Ellesmere Port railway line, which runs through the area.

Area overview

On average Netherpool has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 124 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Netherpool is £42,816 per year. There are 3 schools in Netherpool: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Netherpool is home to around 5,448 people, with a population density of about 1,000.5 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
124
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
16.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Netherpool Population
5,448
Population density
1,000.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
67.36(+81%)
Public order
15.05(+49%)
Anti-social behaviour
14.13(-24%)
Shoplifting
10.46(+83%)
Drugs
8.63(+128%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,179
95.1%
Other White
104
1.91%
Irish
25
0.46%
Bangladeshi
21
0.39%
Indian
20
0.37%
Total population: 5,446

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,185
25.52%
No qualifications
959
20.65%
Level 3 (A level)
890
19.16%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
694
14.94%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
486
10.47%
Total 16+ residents: 4,644

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
875
34.82%
Owns with a mortgage
753
29.96%
Private landlord or letting agency
314
12.5%
Social rents from council
269
10.7%
Other social rented
170
6.76%
Total households: 2,513

Property prices in Netherpool

Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Netherpool area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £445,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Netherpool in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Netherpool over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£285,000
Flats1£110,000
Semi-Detached31£200,000
Terraced17£167,000

10 years median price trend in Netherpool

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Netherpool.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.