Chemistry Lane is in Pentre, Deeside and in Flintshire district. CH5 2DA is located in the Queensferry and Sealand 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 Chemistry Lane, Pentre, Deeside, CH5 2DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH5 2DS, CH5 2AA, CH5 2BD, CH5 2AG, CH5 2DW, CH5 2AB, CH5 2AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CH5 2DA is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population 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% | 46.9% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 53% | 53.1% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 | 51.5% | 40.4% | -11.1% | 37.9% | 2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.9% | 35.5% | 5.6% | 44.2% | -8.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 5% | 6.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 9.8% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 7.3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.1% | 40.1% | -16.0% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 22.8% | 35.6% | 12.8% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 16.4% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6.5% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.7% | 25.5% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 12.8% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 14% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 7% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.4% | 15.2% | 9.8% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 23% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 11.6% | 2.5% | -9.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.5% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
In this area, 78.5% 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 | 76.8% | 78.5% | 1.7% | 83.2% | -4.7% |
| European Union | 18.9% | 19% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 12.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 1% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.1% | 78.5% | 2.4% | 83.2% | -4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 11.9% | 8.7% | -3.2% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 4.2% | 0.7% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 5.5% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% | 1.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.1% | 76.7% | -8.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 6.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% |
| Romania | 6.6% | 0.9% | 5.7% |
| Other EU countries | 5.2% | 1.5% | 3.7% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chemistry Lane was 164.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 235.7% higher than the Hawarden: Mancot average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chemistry Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Hawarden: Mancot and the 65th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 102.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% 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 Chemistry Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2023-03-06 | £126,367 |
| 6 Chemistry Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-04-30 | £107,917 |
| 2 Chemistry Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £91,500 | 2017-11-03 | £122,790 |
| 7 Chemistry Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2013-02-28 | £126,498 |
| 4 Chemistry Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £103,500 | 2007-11-30 | £140,532 |
CH5 2DA 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 59 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saughall All Saints Church of England Primary School Church Road , Saughall CH1 6EP | 3out of 4 | 4,900 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandycroft C.P. School Leaches Lane , Mancot CH5 2EH | - not rated | 548 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 | 1,157 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sealand C.P. School Farm Road , Sealand CH5 2HH | - not rated | 1,257 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Ethelwold's Primary School Melrose Avenue , Shotton CH5 1NG | - not rated | 1,711 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Plas Derwen Charmleys Lane , CH5 1EB | - not rated | 2,058 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wizz Kidz Limited | Wizz Kidz Limited, Unit 3a Interlinq Trade Park | 265 yd | |
| The Boardroom Climbing Ltd | The Boardroom Climbing Ltd, Rectors Lane Industrial Estate | 495 yd | |
| Indian Saffron | Indian Saffron, 44 Station Road | 744 yd | |
| KFC | KFC, Kfc | 784 yd | |
| Cafe De Cazza | Cafe De Cazza, 31b Station Road | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McLeans Pub | McLeans Pub, Chemistry Lane | 2 yd | |
| Mechanics Arms | Mechanics Arms, 12 Chester Road East | 199 yd | |
| The White Bear | The White Bear, White Bear Inn | 1,087 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key Fish & Chip Shop | Key Fish & Chip Shop, 42 Chester Road East | 139 yd | |
| Kim's Sandwich Shop | Kims Sandwich Shop, Pentre House | 477 yd | |
| Sylhet Spice | Sylhet Spice, 56 Station Road | 747 yd | |
| Smash'd It | Smashd It, 28 Station Road | 750 yd | |
| Pizza Magic 7 | Pizza Magic 7, 42 Station Road | 754 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Co-operative, Co Op | 497 yd | |
| Asda Queensferry | Asda Queensferry, Asda Stores Ltd | 1,069 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 | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.3% |
| 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 | 12.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 12.5% |
| Median download speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.