Elizabeth Crescent is in Chester and in Chester district. CH4 7AZ is located in the Handbridge Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of City of Chester. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elizabeth Crescent, Chester, CH4 7AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH4 7AY, CH4 7BA, CH4 7AS, CH4 7BD, CH4 7AT, CH4 7AP, CH4 7BB, CH4 7AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH4 7AZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 49% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 47.4% | 51% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 CH4 7AZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.5% 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 | 18.2% | 19% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 65.5% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 21.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 4.3% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 8.5% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 46.3% | 55.7% | 9.4% | 48.4% | 7.3% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 24% | -10.8% | 33.6% | -9.6% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 17.3% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
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.
In the area around CH4 7AZ this area, 7.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 60.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.5% | 7.5% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.9% | 6.7% | 0.8% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 10.6% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 11.4% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.2% | 60.4% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 26.6% |
| Other | 5.1% | 0.8% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 96.7% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 93% | 91% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 91.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 6% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.7% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 66.3% | 46.2% | 20.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 1.7% | 6.0% | -4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elizabeth Crescent was 42.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.1% lower than the Handbridge Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elizabeth Crescent has the 25th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Handbridge Park and the 548th highest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Elizabeth Crescent, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2024-10-31 | £795,575 |
| 2 Elizabeth Crescent, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2024-05-24 | £657,848 |
| 32 Elizabeth Crescent, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2024-05-24 | £748,770 |
| 44 Elizabeth Crescent, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £826,000 | 2023-10-20 | £891,772 |
| 42 Elizabeth Crescent, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £825,250 | 2022-11-30 | £862,423 |
CH4 7AZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CH4 7AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Community Nursery School Old Wrexham Road , CH4 7HS | 4out of 4 | 1,395 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grosvenor Park Church of England Academy Union Street , CH1 1QP | 3out of 4 | 616 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Grove Primary School Cherry Grove Road , CH3 5EG | 3out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Werburgh's and St Columba's Catholic Primary School Lightfoot Street , Hoole CH2 3AD | 3out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boughton Heath Academy Becketts Lane , Great Boughton CH3 5RW | 4out of 4 | 1,202 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School Old Wrexham Road , Handbridge CH4 7HS | 3out of 4 | 1,311 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester International School Queens Park Campus, Queens Park Road , Handbridge CH4 7AE | - not rated | 477 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Park High School Queens Park Road , Handbridge CH4 7AE | 2out of 4 | 616 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School Vaughans Lane , Great Boughton CH3 5XF | 3out of 4 | 952 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Catholic High School, Chester Old Wrexham Road , Handbridge CH4 7HS | 3out of 4 | 1,531 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christleton High School Village Road , Christleton CH3 7AD | 4out of 4 | 3,336 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dee Banks School Dee Banks , Sandy Lane CH3 5UX | 3out of 4 | 906 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey School for Exceptional Children 10-12 Abbey Square , Chester CH1 2HU | - not rated | 1,140 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen's School City Walls Road , CH1 2NN | - not rated | 1,446 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Maple Grove School Clare Avenue , Chester CH2 3HR | - not rated | 1,647 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Chester Parkgate Road , CH1 4BJ | - not rated | 1,998 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boathouse | Boat House The Groves | 442 yd | |
| The Moorings | 23 The Groves | 454 yd | |
| Mark Twain | Boating Station The Groves | 501 yd | |
| Lady Diana | Boating Station The Groves | 501 yd | |
| Hickorys Smokehouse | Hickorys Smokehouse The Groves | 522 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Tavern | Carlton Tavern, 1 Hartington Street | 712 yd | |
| The Mount Inn | The Mount Inn The Mount | 712 yd | |
| The Little Oak | 99 - 101 Boughton | 713 yd | |
| Little Oak | 99 - 101 Boughton | 713 yd | |
| Cross Foxes | Cross Foxes, 21 - 25 Boughton | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Takeaway | Calypso Information Shop The Groves | 682 yd | |
| On A Roll | 41 Boughton | 702 yd | |
| Sushi Daily | 71 Boughton | 702 yd | |
| Smashie's | 59 Boughton | 702 yd | |
| Altieri | 33 Boughton | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 71 Boughton | 702 yd | |
| ASDA Handbridge - Queens Park Road PFS | The Co Coperative Food And Filling Station Handbridge | 811 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 83 - 89 Foregate Street | 820 yd | |
| Tesco | 2 Pepper Street | 973 yd | |
| Tesco | 40 - 44 Frodsham Street | 1,067 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chester City Baths CHESTER CITY BATHS CHESTER CITY BATHS UNION STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 660 yd |
| Queen'S Park High School QUEENS PARK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 691 yd |
| Dee Banks School DEE BANKS | swimming pool | 826 yd |
| Bishops Blue Coat C Of E High School VAUGHANS LANE | grass pitches, squash courts | 844 yd |
| Mill Hotel Health Club MILTON STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 990 yd |
| Cherry Grove Primary School CHERRY GROVE ROAD | grass pitches | 994 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 3.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 38.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.13 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.