Chester Road East is in Shotton, Deeside and in Flintshire district. CH5 1QA is located in the Shotton East and Shotton Higher 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 East, Shotton, Deeside, CH5 1QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH5 1AT, CH5 1BF, CH5 1AU, CH5 1DJ, CH5 1AF, CH5 1AZ, CH5 1BX, CH5 1PU, CH5 1AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH5 1QA has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 47.7% | 50% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 52.3% | 50% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 39.5% | 38.1% | -1.4% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 40.7% | 1.8% | 44.2% | -3.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 11% | 9.5% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 5% | 6.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 44.9% | 40% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 39.7% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 15.5% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
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 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 27.1% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 10.8% | -8.1% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 13.4% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 5.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 17.8% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 19.7% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 5.3% | 5.6% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| 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 | 97.4% | 94.8% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 78.7% 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 | 93.7% | 78.7% | -15.0% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 19.2% | 15.5% | 6.1% | 13.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 78.7% | -14.4% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 7.6% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 6.7% | 6.7% | 2.9% | 3.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 4.6% | -0.3% | 1.9% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.1% | 76.7% | -12.6% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Romania | 5.5% | 0.9% | 4.6% |
| Other EU countries | 7.3% | 1.5% | 5.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chester Road East was 62.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.5% lower than the Queensferry and Sealand average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chester Road East has the 9th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Queensferry and Sealand and the 202nd highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Chester Road East, Deeside, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2024-08-16 | £135,823 |
| 29 Chester Road East, Deeside, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2023-07-28 | £108,192 |
| 26 Chester Road East, Deeside, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2023-02-03 | £168,483 |
| 28 Chester Road East, Deeside, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2022-11-30 | £113,149 |
| 38 Chester Road East, Deeside, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-10-21 | £132,056 |
CH5 1QA 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 | 130 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 54 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plas Derwen Charmleys Lane , CH5 1EB | - not rated | 84 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ven. Edward Morgan R.C. Primary School Caernarfon Close , Shotton CH5 1AR | - not rated | 103 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 | 883 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Ethelwold's Primary School Melrose Avenue , Shotton CH5 1NG | - not rated | 1,158 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sealand C.P. School Farm Road , Sealand CH5 2HH | - not rated | 1,984 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corner Kitchen | Corner Kitchen, 37 Chester Road East | 41 yd | |
| Dianas Cakes | Dianas Cakes, 1 Chester Road East | 102 yd | |
| Bethany Books | Bethany Books, 5 Chester Road West | 159 yd | |
| Head Chef Cafe and Restaurant | Head Chef Cafe and Restaurant, 19 Chester Road West | 201 yd | |
| Caffi Dai (HFT) | Caffi Dai, Unit 23 Deeside Enterprise Centre | 212 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Central Hotel | The Central Hotel, Wetherspoons | 155 yd | |
| Clwyd Hotel | Clwyd Hotel, The Clwyd | 267 yd | |
| The Groves Community Sports & Social Club | The Groves Community Sports & Social Clu, The Groves | 540 yd | |
| Castle Inn | Castle Inn, Castle Inn Brookside | 671 yd | |
| Melrose Inn | Melrose Inn, The Melrose | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jim's Supper Bar | Jims Supper Bar, 7 Chester Road East | 90 yd | |
| Deeside Tandoori and Curry House | Deeside Tandoori and Curry House, 3 Chester Road West | 139 yd | |
| River Queen | River Queen, 68 Chester Road East | 163 yd | |
| Shotton Kebab House | Shotton Kebab House, 16 Chester Road West | 222 yd | |
| Buttylicious | Buttylicious, 42 Chester Road West | 320 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 51-53 Chester Road West | 374 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Lidl Uk Gmbh Deeside Retail Park | 565 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Group, 21-23 Central Drive | 939 yd | |
| Asda Queensferry | Asda Queensferry, Asda Stores Ltd | 1,011 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 | 93.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.2% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.