Chester Road West is in Shotton, Deeside and in Flintshire district. CH5 1BY is located in the Shotton West 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 Chester Road West, Shotton, Deeside, CH5 1BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH5 1DT, CH5 1DP, CH5 1DR, CH5 1DN, CH5 1EY, CH5 1BZ, CH5 1ES, CH5 1TW, CH5 1JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH5 1BY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 46.4% | 48.3% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 53.6% | 51.7% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 | 44.2% | 41% | -3.2% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.1% | 29.5% | 3.4% | 44.2% | -14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 18.6% | 15.9% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 10% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 41.4% | 41.4% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 33.8% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 17.2% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 4% | -4.8% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 CH5 1BY this area, 39.7% 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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 39.7% | 7.0% | 18.2% | 21.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 12.7% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 9.1% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 11.5% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.8% | 16.7% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 10.6% | 4% | -6.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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 | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.9% | 94.3% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 72.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 72.8% | -14.2% | 83.2% | -10.4% |
| European Union | 8% | 22.2% | 14.2% | 6.1% | 16.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.6% | 72.8% | -13.8% | 83.2% | -10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 6.6% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.6% | 8.3% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 5.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 7% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 4.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 5.3% | 0.3% | 1.9% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 54.2% | 76.7% | -22.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 6.7% | 1.3% | 5.4% |
| Romania | 11.4% | 0.9% | 10.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.7% | 1.5% | 3.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 58.9% | 46.2% | 12.7% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chester Road West was 130.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.4% higher than the Queensferry and Sealand average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chester Road West has the 14th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Queensferry and Sealand and the 86th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment, 48A Chester Road West, Deeside, Flintshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2022-12-09 | £31,012 |
| 46 - 48 Chester Road West, Deeside, Flintshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2022-09-13 | £74,949 |
| 40 Chester Road West, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-09-02 | £122,087 |
| Iceland, 51 - 53 Chester Road West, Deeside, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2021-12-25 | £168,315 |
| 34 Chester Road West, Deeside, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-02-23 | £156,474 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plas Derwen Charmleys Lane , CH5 1EB | - not rated | 273 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ven. Edward Morgan R.C. Primary School Caernarfon Close , Shotton CH5 1AR | - not rated | 279 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Queens Ferry C.P. School Queens Ferry Campus , Queen's Ferry CH5 1SE | - not rated | 1,221 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Ethelwold's Primary School Melrose Avenue , Shotton CH5 1NG | - not rated | 1,400 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Deva C.P. School Linden Avenue , Connah's Quay CH5 4SN | - not rated | 1,754 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head Chef Cafe and Restaurant | Head Chef Cafe and Restaurant, 19 Chester Road West | 140 yd | |
| Wok 1 Buffet | Wok 1 Buffet, 81-83 Chester Road West | 179 yd | |
| Bethany Books | Bethany Books, 5 Chester Road West | 181 yd | |
| Famys Kitchen | Famys Kitchen, 94 Chester Road West | 183 yd | |
| Dianas Cakes | Dianas Cakes, 1 Chester Road East | 242 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clwyd Hotel | Clwyd Hotel, The Clwyd | 76 yd | |
| The Central Hotel | The Central Hotel, Wetherspoons | 192 yd | |
| The Groves Community Sports & Social Club | The Groves Community Sports & Social Clu, The Groves | 218 yd | |
| Castle Inn | Castle Inn, Castle Inn Brookside | 432 yd | |
| Connah's Quay Labour Club | Connahs Quay Labour Club, Connah s Quay Labour Club | 602 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shotton Pizza and Kebab Stop | Shotton Pizza and Kebab Stop, 44 Chester Road West | 17 yd | |
| Buttylicious | Buttylicious, 42 Chester Road West | 21 yd | |
| Shotton Kebab House | Shotton Kebab House, 16 Chester Road West | 124 yd | |
| Deeside Tandoori and Curry House | Deeside Tandoori and Curry House, 3 Chester Road West | 201 yd | |
| Jim's Supper Bar | Jims Supper Bar, 7 Chester Road East | 256 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 51-53 Chester Road West | 55 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Lidl Uk Gmbh Deeside Retail Park | 904 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 | 97.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.8% |
| 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 | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 114.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.