St Marks Road is in Saltney, Chester and in Chester district. CH4 8DH is located in the Lache 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 St Marks Road, Saltney, Chester, CH4 8DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH4 8DB, CH4 8DG, CH4 8EA, CH4 8DD, CH4 8NU, CH4 8EB, CH4 8QD, CH4 8NR, CH4 8EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH4 8DH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 46.6% | 47.6% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 53.4% | 52.4% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 | 37.3% | 38.7% | 1.4% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 30.2% | -7.6% | 44.2% | -14.0% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 20.6% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 11.5% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 6.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.4% | 36% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -12.4% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 31.2% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 16% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 11.2% | 12% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 8.0% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 4.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 3.6% |
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 8DH this area, 42.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 51.9% | 42.2% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 24.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.5% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 8% | -6.6% | 13.4% | -5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.9% | 17.1% | 12.2% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 18.1% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 96.4% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 98.2% | 91.1% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 7.3% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 90.8% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.1% | 76.7% | -13.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 5.6% | 1.3% | 4.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| No passport held | 27.3% | 13.5% | 13.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Marks Road was 98.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.5% higher than the Handbridge Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Marks Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Handbridge Park and the 224th highest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 74.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 142 St Marks Road, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-08-31 | £197,588 |
| 142 St Marks Road, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-08-31 | £192,100 |
| 180 St Marks Road, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2021-09-17 | £196,718 |
| 176C St Marks Road, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Terraced, an established residential building | £123,500 | 2021-03-04 | £150,168 |
| 178 St Marks Road, Chester, Cheshire West And Chester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2020-07-17 | £221,244 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 2,207 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Clare's Catholic Primary School Hawthorn Road , Lache CH4 8HX | 3out of 4 | 553 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lache Primary School Hawthorn Road , Lache CH4 8HX | 3out of 4 | 658 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belgrave Primary School Five Ashes Road , Westminster Park CH4 7QS | 4out of 4 | 1,440 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School Old Wrexham Road , Handbridge CH4 7HS | 3out of 4 | 2,263 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dee Point Primary School Blacon Point Road , Blacon CH1 5NF | 3out of 4 | 2,759 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Catholic High School, Chester Old Wrexham Road , Handbridge CH4 7HS | 3out of 4 | 2,106 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Park High School Queens Park Road , Handbridge CH4 7AE | 2out of 4 | 2,805 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chester International School Queens Park Campus, Queens Park Road , Handbridge CH4 7AE | - not rated | 2,942 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College Melbourne Road , Blacon CH1 5JH | 3out of 4 | 3,580 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School Vaughans Lane , Great Boughton CH3 5XF | 3out of 4 | 4,139 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthony's R.C. Primary School High Street , Saltney CH4 8SG | - not rated | 461 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Saltney Wood Memorial C.P. School Boundary Lane , Saltney CH4 8LN | - not rated | 476 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St David's High School St David's Terrace , Saltney CH4 0AE | - not rated | 1,320 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The King's School Wrexham Road , CH4 7QL | - not rated | 1,805 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltney Ferry C.P. School Saltney Ferry Road , Saltney Ferry CH4 0BN | - not rated | 2,124 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Venue At Lache Community Centre | Lache Community Centre Hawthorn Road | 483 yd | |
| Cafe Nora | 21 Chester Street | 597 yd | |
| Love Masala | 18 Chester Street | 632 yd | |
| Neuro Therapy Centre | Neuro Therapy Centre, C1-C4 Brymau One Industrial Estate | 704 yd | |
| Wizz Kidz | Wizz Kidz, Sabre House | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Hotel | Anchor Hotel, The Anchor Hotel | 489 yd | |
| The City Arms | 56 Chester Street | 595 yd | |
| Saltney Tavern | Saltney Tavern, Saltney Social Club | 686 yd | |
| Corner Pin | Corner Pin, 186 High Street | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Garden | 74 Cliveden Road | 365 yd | |
| New Oriental | 7 Chester Street | 596 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 17 Chester Street | 597 yd | |
| Fresh Pizza and Kebab | 11 Chester Street | 598 yd | |
| The Chester St. Fish Bar | 48 Chester Street | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda River Lane, Lache | 808 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Farmfoods, Unit 2 St. Davids Trading Est | 925 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant Playing Fields MOUNT PLEASANT | grass pitches | 846 yd |
| Westminster Park FORMER WESTMINSTER PARK PUBLIC HOUSE FORMER WESTMINSTER PARK PUBLIC HOUSE LACHE LANE | cycling, golf, grass pitches, tennis courts | 990 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 | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.