Pinfold Court is in Chester and in Chester district. CH4 7ES is located in the Handbridge Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of City of Chester. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pinfold Court, Chester, CH4 7ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH4 7BL, CH4 7EX, CH4 7BS, CH4 7EG, CH4 7EU, CH4 7HD, CH4 7BR, CH4 7EF, CH4 7HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH4 7ES has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 56.2% | 49.7% | -6.5% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 43.8% | 50.3% | 6.5% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.5% | 39.4% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.7% | 42.3% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -1.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 7.5% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 8.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 49.3% | 56.3% | 7.0% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 28.7% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 11.2% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
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 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.4% | 16.2% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.3% | 6.2% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 10% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 4.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 12.4% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.8% | 49% | 10.2% | 33.8% | 15.2% |
| Other | 8.2% | 1.7% | -6.5% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.1% | 90.9% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 9.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 82.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 82.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| European Union | 9.8% | 10.8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85% | 81.7% | -3.3% | 83.2% | -1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.9% | 5.9% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 4.8% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 3.5% | -1.7% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pinfold Court was 27.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.2% lower than the Handbridge Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pinfold Court has the 16th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Handbridge Park and the 405th lowest crime rate of 1,162 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 100.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Pinfold Court, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Other, an established residential building | £316,000 | 2024-11-01 | £315,371 |
| 14 Pinfold Court, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-08-21 | £319,662 |
| 14 Pinfold Court, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-08-21 | £319,662 |
| 15 Pinfold Court, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £307,550 | 2024-07-10 | £331,993 |
| 3 Pinfold Court, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-06-25 | £380,851 |
CH4 7ES area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Community Nursery School Old Wrexham Road , CH4 7HS | - not rated | 645 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School Old Wrexham Road , Handbridge CH4 7HS | - not rated | 603 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Overleigh St Mary's Church of England Primary School Old Wrexham Road , Handbridge CH4 7HS | - not rated | 603 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University Church Free School Murlain House , CH1 1QP | - not rated | 1,482 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grosvenor Park Church of England Academy Union Street , Chester CH1 1QP | 3out of 4 | 1,482 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belgrave Primary School Five Ashes Road , Westminster Park CH4 7QS | - not rated | 1,687 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen's Park High School Queen's Park , CH4 7AE | - not rated | 733 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Park High School Queens Park Road , Handbridge CH4 7AE | - not rated | 733 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Catholic High School, Chester Old Wrexham Road , Handbridge CH4 7HS | 3out of 4 | 741 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Catholic High School, Chester A Specialist Science College Old Wrexham Road , Handbridge CH4 7HS | - not rated | 741 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chester International School Queens Park Campus, Queens Park Road , Handbridge CH4 7AE | 3out of 4 | 895 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Special Unit Overleigh Road , Handbridge CH4 7HL | - not rated | 680 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dee Banks School Dee Banks , Sandy Lane CH3 5UX | 3out of 4 | 1,025 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Raikes Tutorial School C/O Zion Tabernacle Church , Grosvenor Park Road CH1 1QQ | - not rated | 1,582 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey School for Exceptional Children 10-12 Abbey Square , Chester CH1 2HU | - not rated | 1,796 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Wrexham Road , CH4 7QL | - not rated | 1,825 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South and West Cheshire College | West Cheshire College Eaton Road | 452 yd | |
| The Handbridge | 66 Handbridge | 691 yd | |
| Brown Sugar | 19 Handbridge | 778 yd | |
| Ship Inn | The Ship Inn, 18 Handbridge | 862 yd | |
| Nuffield Health And Wellbeing | Nuffield Health The Grosvenor Chester Hospital Wrexham Road | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Tavern | Carlton Tavern, 1 Hartington Street | 547 yd | |
| The Red Lion | The Red Lion, 37 Overleigh Road | 655 yd | |
| The Grosvenor Arms | 32 Handbridge | 755 yd | |
| Bear And Billet | 94 Lower Bridge Street | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Wing Wah | 2 Hartington Street | 564 yd | |
| Paradise Pizza | 16 Queens Park View | 581 yd | |
| Doorsteps | 5 Handbridge | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA Handbridge - Queens Park Road PFS | The Co Coperative Food And Filling Station Handbridge | 721 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Cheshire College (Hanbridge Campus) (Closed) Eaton Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 467 yd |
| Garrison Ground EATON ROAD | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| Handbridge PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD OLD WREXHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 627 yd |
| Queen'S Park High School QUEENS PARK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 696 yd |
| The Catholic High School Chester OLD WREXHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Dee Banks School DEE BANKS | swimming pool | 1,057 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Chester) WREXHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,072 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.