Mill Lane is in Connahs Quay, Deeside and in Flintshire district. CH5 4HG 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mill Lane, Connahs Quay, Deeside, CH5 4HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH5 4NN, CH5 4HF, CH5 1HN, CH5 1HL, CH5 1HR, CH5 1HS, CH5 4HN, CH5 1HG, CH5 1HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH5 4HG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 49.1% | 49.8% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.9% | 50.2% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 4HG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% 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 | 31.2% | 32.1% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 51.6% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 7.6% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 5.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 57.6% | 53.4% | -4.2% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 29.7% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 11.2% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.8% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 18.3% | 12.6% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 9.7% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 17.3% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 6.5% | -1.0% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 22.4% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 28.2% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 97.1% 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% | 97.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Lane was 136.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.6% higher than the Connah's Quay Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mill Lane has the 12th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Connah's Quay Central and the 77th highest crime rate of 494 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mill Cottages Mill Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2020-11-05 | £112,919 |
| 3 Mill Cottages Mill Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-09-07 | £199,291 |
| 2 Mill Cottages Mill Lane, Deeside, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2017-02-13 | £178,010 |
CH5 4HG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 49 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taliesin Junior School King George Street , Shotton CH5 1HP | - not rated | 414 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dee Road Infants School Dee Road , Connah's Quay CH5 4NY | - not rated | 415 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Bryn King George Street , Shotton CH5 1EA | - not rated | 439 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Shotton Infants School Plymouth Street , Shotton CH5 1JD | - not rated | 504 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Custom House Lane C.P. Mold Road , Connah's Quay CH5 4QL | - not rated | 521 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffinaafi (The VC Hub) | Caffinaafi (The VC Hub), Fron Road | 396 yd | |
| Wok 1 Buffet | Wok 1 Buffet, 81-83 Chester Road West | 416 yd | |
| Famys Kitchen | Famys Kitchen, 94 Chester Road West | 447 yd | |
| Caffe & Creams | Caffe & Creams, 89 Connahs Quay Precinct | 452 yd | |
| Wepre Park Visitor Centre | Wepre Park Visitor Centre, Wepre Park | 601 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Inn | Castle Inn, Castle Inn Brookside | 114 yd | |
| Connah's Quay Labour Club | Connahs Quay Labour Club, Connah s Quay Labour Club | 396 yd | |
| The Groves Community Sports & Social Club | The Groves Community Sports & Social Clu, The Groves | 577 yd | |
| Clwyd Hotel | Clwyd Hotel, The Clwyd | 603 yd | |
| The Central Hotel | The Central Hotel, Wetherspoons | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Stuff | Hot Stuff, 87 Connahs Quay Precinct | 450 yd | |
| Diyar Kebab | Diyar Kebab, Diyar Kebab House | 452 yd | |
| Haruns Charcoal Grill | Haruns Charcoal Grill, 73 Connahs Quay Precinct | 452 yd | |
| New City | New City, 111 High Street | 501 yd | |
| Shotton Pizza and Kebab Stop | Shotton Pizza and Kebab Stop, 44 Chester Road West | 557 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 51-53 Chester Road West | 489 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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.