Oakwood Villas is in Connahs Quay, Deeside and in Flintshire district. CH5 4EL is located in the Connah's Quay: Wepre electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Alyn and Deeside. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakwood Villas, Connahs Quay, Deeside, CH5 4EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH5 4LY, CH5 4RE, CH5 4LX, CH5 4FD, CH5 4JA, CH5 4PG, CH5 4RG, CH5 4RF, CH5 4HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH5 4EL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 49.6% | 49.6% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 50.4% | 50.4% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CH5 4EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.3% | 20.5% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 55.5% | -7.4% | 44.2% | 11.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 8.6% | 4.5% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 9% | 13.2% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 7.1% |
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 | 43.3% | 50.4% | 7.1% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 30.2% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 15.1% | -4.3% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 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 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 22.8% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 14.2% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 14.2% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.4% | 8.2% | -1.2% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 16.9% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 20.5% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.6% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 98.1% | 95.3% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 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 | 97.8% | 95.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 65.2% | 46.2% | 19.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakwood Villas was 18.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.7% lower than the Connah's Quay Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oakwood Villas has the 7th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Connah's Quay Central and the 88th lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Oakwood Villas, Deeside, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £388,000 | 2022-09-16 | £397,340 |
| 4 Oakwood Villas, Deeside, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2021-06-09 | £278,030 |
| 5 Oakwood Villas, Deeside, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2003-06-27 | £428,864 |
CH5 4EL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CH5 4EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Deva C.P. School Linden Avenue , Connah's Quay CH5 4SN | - not rated | 778 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Wepre C.P. School Llwyni Drive , Connah's Quay CH5 4NE | - not rated | 1,222 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Golftyn C.P. School York Road , Connah's Quay CH5 4XA | - not rated | 1,294 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ven. Edward Morgan R.C. Primary School Caernarfon Close , Shotton CH5 1AR | - not rated | 1,452 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Plas Derwen Charmleys Lane , CH5 1EB | - not rated | 1,470 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wepre Park Visitor Centre | Wepre Park Visitor Centre, Wepre Park | 456 yd | |
| Caffinaafi (The VC Hub) | Caffinaafi (The VC Hub), Fron Road | 838 yd | |
| Delicious | Delicious, 246 High Street | 863 yd | |
| Zari | Zari, 286 High Street | 915 yd | |
| Caffe & Creams | Caffe & Creams, 89 Connahs Quay Precinct | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Hall Hotel | Red Hall Hotel, Englefield Avenue | 700 yd | |
| Deeside Naval Club Ltd | Deeside Naval Club Ltd, Chapel Street | 825 yd | |
| Connah's Quay Labour Club | Connahs Quay Labour Club, Connah s Quay Labour Club | 838 yd | |
| Ship Inn | Ship Inn, 275 High Street | 883 yd | |
| Castle Inn | Castle Inn, Castle Inn Brookside | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New City | New City, 111 High Street | 867 yd | |
| Hot Stuff | Hot Stuff, 87 Connahs Quay Precinct | 874 yd | |
| Diyar Kebab | Diyar Kebab, Diyar Kebab House | 943 yd | |
| Haruns Charcoal Grill | Haruns Charcoal Grill, 73 Connahs Quay Precinct | 943 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.