Leaches Lane is in Mancot, Deeside and in Flintshire district. CH5 2EJ is located in the Hawarden: Mancot 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 Leaches Lane, Mancot, Deeside, CH5 2EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH5 2ET, CH5 2ES, CH5 2ER, CH5 2EU, CH5 2ED, CH5 2EW, CH5 2EL, CH5 2BG, CH5 2BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH5 2EJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 47.8% | 48% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 52.2% | 52% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 35.1% | 34.4% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.6% | 40.8% | 4.2% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 11.5% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 12.9% | 10.1% | -2.8% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 40% | 38.5% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 34.8% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 19.8% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 7% | 6.1% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.7% | 27.2% | -3.5% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 14.3% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.7% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 7.8% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 10.1% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.8% | 22.1% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 5% | 3.7% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 98.4% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 85.9% 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% | 85.9% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 5.2% | 12.5% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 85.9% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 7.3% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1.6% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.4% | 76.7% | -7.3% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 7.7% | 1.5% | 6.2% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 11.2% | 6.0% | 5.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leaches Lane was 31.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.3% lower than the Hawarden: Mancot average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Leaches Lane has the 5th lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Hawarden: Mancot and the 173rd lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44B Leaches Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2024-12-13 | £187,180 |
| Duran House, 20A Leaches Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-09-03 | £269,590 |
| 32 Leaches Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-03-20 | £224,138 |
| 44B Leaches Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2019-04-17 | £195,684 |
| 44A Leaches Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2018-11-30 | £189,090 |
CH5 2EJ 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandycroft C.P. School Leaches Lane , Mancot CH5 2EH | - not rated | 643 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 | 1,638 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Ethelwold's Primary School Melrose Avenue , Shotton CH5 1NG | - not rated | 1,755 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penarlag C.P. School Carlines Avenue , Carlines Park CH5 3RQ | - not rated | 1,880 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawarden High School The Highway , Hawarden CH5 3DJ | - not rated | 1,899 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kookaburra Cafe | The Kookaburra Cafe, Greenacres Farm Park | 463 yd | |
| Daleside Garden Centre | Daleside Garden Centre, Gladstone Way | 698 yd | |
| The Boardroom Climbing Ltd | The Boardroom Climbing Ltd, Rectors Lane Industrial Estate | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Bear | The White Bear, White Bear Inn | 431 yd | |
| Mechanics Arms | Mechanics Arms, 12 Chester Road East | 936 yd | |
| McLeans Pub | McLeans Pub, Chemistry Lane | 988 yd | |
| Hawarden Park Cricket Club | Hawarden Park Cricket Club, Moor Lane | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kim's Sandwich Shop | Kims Sandwich Shop, Pentre House | 757 yd | |
| Key Fish & Chip Shop | Key Fish & Chip Shop, 42 Chester Road East | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Co-operative, Co Op | 748 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 | 7.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 3.8% |
| 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.