The Brackens is in Higher Kinnerton, Chester and in Flintshire district. CH4 9BF is located in the Higher Kinnerton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Alyn and Deeside. This postcode has been in use since 2006-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Brackens, Higher Kinnerton, Chester, CH4 9BF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH4 9AL, CH4 9BY, CH4 9GW, CH4 9FX, CH4 9DZ, CH4 9AA, CH4 9BT, CH4 9BU, CH4 9PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH4 9BF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 51.4% | -3.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 45.5% | 48.6% | 3.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 9BF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.1% 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 | 21.9% | 19.2% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62% | 65.1% | 3.1% | 44.2% | 20.9% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 0.9% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 8.5% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 6.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.4% | 51.7% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 35% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 10.5% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.3% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 9BF this area, 9.1% 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 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.1% | 9.1% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 9.1% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 9.7% | -7.4% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 6.3% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 15% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 36% | 49.5% | 13.5% | 33.8% | 15.7% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.7% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 97.5% | 95.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 95.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.6% | 37.2% | -7.6% |
| Christian | 66.1% | 46.2% | 19.9% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Brackens was 9.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.7% lower than the Broughton North East average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
The Brackens has the 6th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Broughton North East and the 28th lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 The Brackens, Chester, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2022-11-04 | £597,705 |
| 2 The Brackens, Chester, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2020-11-17 | £666,612 |
| 2 The Brackens, Chester, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2014-10-23 | £725,943 |
| 1 The Brackens, Chester, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2014-04-22 | £688,131 |
| 3 The Brackens, Chester, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2007-08-09 | £525,799 |
CH4 9BF 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 9BF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodleston CofE Primary School Church Road , Dodleston CH4 9NG | 3out of 4 | 3,421 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Derwen Higher Kinnerton , CH4 9AJ | - not rated | 189 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Johns the Baptist V.A. Primary School Chester Road , Penymynydd CH4 0EN | - not rated | 3,224 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Castell Alun High School Fagl Lane , Hope LL12 9PY | - not rated | 4,240 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Estyn C.P. Hawarden Road , Hope LL12 9NL | - not rated | 4,586 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Drury C.P. School Beech Road , Drury CH7 3EG | - not rated | 4,615 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak, Kinnerton Lane | 82 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.