The Nook is in Saltney, Chester and in Flintshire district. CH4 8TZ is located in the Saltney Ferry electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Alyn and Deeside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Nook, Saltney, Chester, CH4 8TZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH4 8TB, CH4 8TD, CH4 8ST, CH4 8TY, CH4 8TE, CH4 8SS, CH4 8TG, CH4 8UT, CH4 8TS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH4 8TZ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 46.9% | 47.2% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 53.1% | 52.8% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CH4 8TZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 51.1% | 46.1% | -5.0% | 37.9% | 8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.3% | 37.8% | 8.5% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 9.1% | -2.6% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 4.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 46.7% | 47.2% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 29.9% | -6.3% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 17.3% | 3.8% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 5.2% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.8% | 24.9% | -11.9% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 13.3% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 14.5% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5.8% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 21.6% | 13.7% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 16.2% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 6.4% | 3.7% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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 | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.9% | 97.5% | 3.6% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 94.1% | 92.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 5.6% | 3.8% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 92.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68% | 76.7% | -8.7% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 42.2% | 46.2% | -4.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Nook was 60.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.5% lower than the Broughton North East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Nook has the 17th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Broughton North East and the 217th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 The Nook, Chester, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-03-09 | £190,426 |
| 10 The Nook, Chester, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-09-30 | £209,882 |
| 11 The Nook, Chester, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,200 | 2017-02-14 | £199,377 |
| 10 The Nook, Chester, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2012-03-27 | £168,132 |
| 6 The Nook, Chester, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2007-07-13 | £198,757 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate 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 | 4out of 4 | 2,827 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 | 1,210 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lache Primary School Hawthorn Road , Lache CH4 8HX | 3out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belgrave Primary School Five Ashes Road , Westminster Park CH4 7QS | 4out of 4 | 2,098 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dee Point Primary School Blacon Point Road , Blacon CH1 5NF | 3out of 4 | 2,531 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School Old Wrexham Road , Handbridge CH4 7HS | 3out of 4 | 2,877 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 2,734 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blacon High School, A Specialist Sports College Melbourne Road , Blacon CH1 5JH | 3out of 4 | 3,308 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Park High School Queens Park Road , Handbridge CH4 7AE | 2out of 4 | 3,362 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chester International School Queens Park Campus, Queens Park Road , Handbridge CH4 7AE | - not rated | 3,482 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School Vaughans Lane , Great Boughton CH3 5XF | 3out of 4 | 4,731 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 | 433 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St David's High School St David's Terrace , Saltney CH4 0AE | - not rated | 662 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Saltney Wood Memorial C.P. School Boundary Lane , Saltney CH4 8LN | - not rated | 701 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Saltney Ferry C.P. School Saltney Ferry Road , Saltney Ferry CH4 0BN | - not rated | 1,468 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The King's School Wrexham Road , CH4 7QL | - not rated | 2,443 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wizz Kidz | Wizz Kidz, Sabre House | 334 yd | |
| Neuro Therapy Centre | Neuro Therapy Centre, C1-C4 Brymau One Industrial Estate | 675 yd | |
| Cafe Nora | 21 Chester Street | 992 yd | |
| Love Masala | 18 Chester Street | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saltney Tavern | Saltney Tavern, Saltney Social Club | 262 yd | |
| Corner Pin | Corner Pin, 186 High Street | 269 yd | |
| Anchor Hotel | Anchor Hotel, The Anchor Hotel | 690 yd | |
| The City Arms | 56 Chester Street | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Chippy | Victoria Chippy, 6 Victoria Road | 209 yd | |
| Saltney Kebab and Burger House | Saltney Kebab and Burger House, Saltney Kebab House | 216 yd | |
| Lucky Takeaway | Lucky Takeaway, Lucky Take Away | 221 yd | |
| Vegan House | Vegan House, 3d Brymau Three Trading Estate | 502 yd | |
| The Chester St. Fish Bar | 48 Chester Street | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Farmfoods, Unit 2 St. Davids Trading Est | 353 yd | |
| Asda | Asda River Lane, Lache | 714 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.