Lower Brook Street is in Connahs Quay, Deeside and in Flintshire district. CH5 4XF is located in the Connah's Quay: Golftyn 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 Lower Brook Street, Connahs Quay, Deeside, CH5 4XF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH5 4AJ, CH5 4AR, CH5 4XX, CH5 4XY, CH5 4XE, CH5 4BA, CH5 4XB, CH5 4AZ, CH5 4XS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH5 4XF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.6% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48% | 48.4% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 34% | 38.8% | 4.8% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 44% | -6.0% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 11.2% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5.6% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 44.2% | 43.2% | -1.0% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 36.5% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 15% | 12.9% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 5.2% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.2% | 23.1% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 11.2% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 17.5% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 20.3% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 19.9% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 4% | 2% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.4% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 93.7% | 91.6% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 5.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 91.6% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 5.8% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.6% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 4.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Brook Street was 168.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.4% higher than the Connah's Quay Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lower Brook Street has the 9th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Connah's Quay Central and the 60th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Lower Brook Street, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2022-05-27 | £132,095 |
| 22 Lower Brook Street, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2017-03-03 | £121,931 |
| 20 Lower Brook Street, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £62,000 | 2015-05-05 | £96,244 |
| Bryn View Lower Brook Street, Deeside, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £124,950 | 2014-06-19 | £195,501 |
| 24 Lower Brook Street, Deeside, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £44,000 | 2013-12-12 | £70,033 |
CH5 4XF 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golftyn C.P. School York Road , Connah's Quay CH5 4XA | - not rated | 285 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Connah's Quay High School Golftyn Lane , Connah's Quay CH5 4BH | - not rated | 676 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Deva C.P. School Linden Avenue , Connah's Quay CH5 4SN | - not rated | 726 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Wepre C.P. School Llwyni Drive , Connah's Quay CH5 4NE | - not rated | 2,289 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ven. Edward Morgan R.C. Primary School Caernarfon Close , Shotton CH5 1AR | - not rated | 2,539 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Breakfasts | Sunrise Breakfasts, Unit 9 | 587 yd | |
| Citizen's Advice Bureau | Citizens Advice Bureau, Citizens Advice Bureau | 660 yd | |
| Quay Watermens Association Café | Quay Watermens Association Cafe, Former Sea Cadets Hall | 682 yd | |
| Zari | Zari, 286 High Street | 991 yd | |
| River View Snacks | River View Snacks, Dock Road | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halfway House | Halfway House, Church Street | 184 yd | |
| Connah's Quay Cricket Club | Connahs Quay Cricket Club, Cable Street | 698 yd | |
| Red Hall Hotel | Red Hall Hotel, Englefield Avenue | 832 yd | |
| Deeside Naval Club Ltd | Deeside Naval Club Ltd, Chapel Street | 879 yd | |
| Ship Inn | Ship Inn, 275 High Street | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Garden | China Garden, 58 Church Street | 236 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quay Asda on the Move | Quay Asda on the Move, 124 Church Street | 82 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.