Cherryfield, Knowsley: Jobs
Jobs
Health, retail and construction drive Cherryfield's job market, and there's a growing number of residents working from home — a real shift in how people here earn their living.
Out of 4,820 employed residents, health and social work is the biggest sector with 869 people. Retail and wholesale comes in close behind with 831. Construction employs 486, and manufacturing accounts for 410 — so you've got a strong, practical workforce here.
Working from home has really taken off. Around 873 residents — that's 18% — now work this way. It's a meaningful change for a neighbourhood like this.
Most people still drive to work. Car use accounts for 2,435 commuters. Walking is the second most popular option at 428, with bus use at 326.
Source: Census 2021 (ONS)
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Work patterns in this area
Commute to work
82%
Work from home
18%
Local employers by sector
Human health and social work activities
18%
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
17%
Construction
10%
Manufacturing
9%
Transport and storage
8%
Education
7%
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security
6%
Administrative and support service activities
5%
Accommodation and food service activities
4%
Other industries (arts, leisure, personal services)
4%
