Riverside Park is in Garden City, Deeside and in Flintshire district. CH5 2JR 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 Riverside Park, Garden City, Deeside, CH5 2JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH5 2HU, CH5 2ST, CH5 2SH, CH5 2JT, CH5 2JP, CH5 2JH, CH5 2HX, CH5 2HT, CH5 2SL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH5 2JR 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 | 49.8% | 50% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50% | -0.2% | 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.
In the immediate area around CH5 2JR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.5% | 49.8% | 11.3% | 37.9% | 11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.5% | 26.5% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -17.7% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 3.6% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 16.6% | 13.9% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 6.3% | -3.3% | 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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.3% | 32.7% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -15.7% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 35.6% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 18.7% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 9.4% | 9% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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 11.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.3% | 26% | -17.3% | 18.2% | 7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 16.1% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 25.1% | 12.8% | 13.4% | 11.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 9% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.4% | 9.9% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 11.2% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -22.6% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.7% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.6% | 97.1% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 90.6% 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% | 90.6% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 6.5% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 89.9% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.7% | 76.7% | -24.0% |
| Lithuania | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 39.1% | 13.5% | 25.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Riverside Park was 155.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.3% higher than the Queensferry and Sealand average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Riverside Park has the 10th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Queensferry and Sealand and the 69th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Riverside Park, Deeside, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2024-09-11 | £72,946 |
| Whitegates Riverside Park, Deeside, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-11-20 | £167,573 |
| 9 Riverside Park, Deeside, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2017-06-29 | £111,528 |
| 7 Riverside Park, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2014-01-17 | £100,208 |
| 9 Riverside Park, Deeside, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £161,500 | 2010-01-29 | £254,485 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 3,892 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| J H Godwin Primary School Melbourne Road , Blacon CH1 5JG | 3out of 4 | 5,463 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sealand C.P. School Farm Road , Sealand CH5 2HH | - not rated | 253 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sandycroft C.P. School Leaches Lane , Mancot CH5 2EH | - not rated | 1,784 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 | 1,855 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Plas Derwen Charmleys Lane , CH5 1EB | - not rated | 2,317 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ven. Edward Morgan R.C. Primary School Caernarfon Close , Shotton CH5 1AR | - not rated | 2,339 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just Jo's | Just Jos, 38 Welsh Road | 265 yd | |
| Amantola Restaurant | Amantola Restaurant, Welsh Road | 680 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City Kebab & Pizza House | Garden City Kebab & Pizza House, 52 Welsh Road | 127 yd | |
| Two Dragons | Two Dragons, 34 Welsh Road | 275 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 63.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.