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Whitby & Stanney Woods

About

Whitby & Stanney Woods is a residential area located in Ellesmere Port, within Cheshire West and Chester. The neighborhood features a mix of housing, including detached and semi-detached homes, as well as some terraced properties. It is situated near the M53 motorway, providing easy access to Chester, Liverpool, and the wider region. Local amenities include schools, parks, and shopping facilities, catering to everyday needs.

The area is known for its green spaces, with Stanney Woods Park offering walking trails and recreational areas. Nearby, Whitby Park provides additional outdoor space with a lake and play areas. Public transport links connect residents to Ellesmere Port town center and surrounding areas. The community has a suburban feel, with a focus on family-friendly living and convenience for commuters.

Area overview

On average Whitby & Stanney Woods has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Whitby & Stanney Woods is £48,600 per year. There are 2 schools in Whitby & Stanney Woods: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Whitby & Stanney Woods Population

5,797

Population density

2,622.2 per km²

Demographics

British

5,423

93.58%

Other White

1.59%

Chinese

0.93%

Irish

0.9%

Other Asian

0.62%

Total population: 5,795

Housing

Owns outright

1,186

49.21%

Owns with a mortgage

955

39.63%

Private landlord or letting agency

158

6.56%

Other forms of private rent

1.62%

Social rents from council

1.41%

Total households: 2,410

Property prices in Whitby & Stanney Woods

Based on 80 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Whitby & Stanney Woods area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,000 up to £469,995.

Price distribution per property type (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 Whitby & Stanney Woods over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	19	£335,000	£249,000	£306,000	£410,000	£460,995
Semi-Detached	55	£225,000	£180,700	£213,500	£252,500	£304,000
Terraced	6	£177,500	£156,250	£163,750	£204,000	£214,250

10 years median price trend in Whitby & Stanney Woods

All postcodes in Whitby & Stanney Woods

CH659LL

St Kilda Close

CH659LR

Lewis Close

CH656RG

Deeside

CH659BP

Grasmere Road

CH659DJ

Windermere Road

CH659DQ

Ambleside Road

CH659HU

Alderney Close

CH659JE

Arran Avenue

CH659LN

St Thomas' View

CH659LQ

Fair Isle Close

CH659LS

Islay Close

CH656QH

Dunkirk Drive

CH656RA

Park Drive

CH656RF

Ribblesdale

CH656RP

Trentdale

CH656UF

Acorn Drive

CH659JS

Cumbrae Drive

CH662LJ

Chester Road

CH656PQ

Fairfield Avenue

CH656PU

Acorn Drive

CH656RQ

Clydesdale

CH656PN

Clare Drive

CH656RW

Avondale

CH659AX

Old Hall Drive

CH659JX

Cumbrae Drive

CH659JZ

Mull Close

CH656PG

Carrick Drive

CH656QG

Woodsome Drive

CH659AG

Stanney Lane

CH659AZ

Vale Road

CH24FH

Pennant Close

CH656PD

Beechcroft Drive

CH656RD

Dale Gardens

CH659JH

Anglesey Close

CH659LD

Mull Close

CH662NZ

Chester Road

CH656RH

Eskdale

CH659DH

Birkett Avenue

CH659JA

Arran Avenue

CH656RJ

Wyedale

CH656RN

Avondale

CH659AF

Stanney Lane

CH659BY

Birkett Avenue

CH659HT

Alderney Close

CH659BU

Grindley Gardens

CH656PW

Woodland Road

CH656QU

Thames Gardens

CH656PJ

Bedford Avenue

CH656QB

Woodsome Drive

CH659BA

Dawn Gardens

CH659JG

Skye Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail