Highfield Drive is in Buckley and in Alyn And Deeside district. CH7 2AL is located in the Buckley: Bistre East 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 Highfield Drive, Buckley, CH7 2AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH7 2AT, CH7 2QJ, CH7 2QL, CH7 2AE, CH7 2AP, CH7 2AS, CH7 2AW, CH7 2AN, CH7 2AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CH7 2AL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 54.4% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 45.5% | 45.6% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 CH7 2AL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% 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 | 16.5% | 25.7% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.4% | 52.3% | -9.1% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 7.9% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 12.9% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
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 | 42.8% | 47.8% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 30.7% | -4.5% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 16.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.9% | 17.8% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 11.2% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 17% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 11.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 19.5% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 22% | 10.8% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 98.3% | 96.7% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 96.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 62% | 46.2% | 15.8% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Highfield Drive was 17.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.6% lower than the Buckley: Bistre East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Highfield Drive has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Buckley: Bistre East and the 85th lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 130.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Highfield Drive, Buckley, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £189,995 | 2024-10-01 | £199,069 |
| 3 Highfield Drive, Buckley, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-09-09 | £192,395 |
| 1 Highfield Drive, Buckley, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-10-23 | £228,846 |
| 2 Highfield Drive, Buckley, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2019-07-08 | £192,163 |
| 1 Highfield Drive, Buckley, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2015-03-27 | £194,149 |
CH7 2AL 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 CH7 2AL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood Community Primary School Tabernacle Street , Buckley CH7 2JT | - not rated | 795 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mountain Lane C.P. School Knowle Lane , Buckley CH7 3JA | - not rated | 842 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Elfed High School Mill Lane , CH7 3HQ | - not rated | 1,228 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Buckley Southdown C.P. Linderick Avenue , Buckley CH7 2NP | - not rated | 1,346 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Drury C.P. School Beech Road , Drury CH7 3EG | - not rated | 1,773 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmelo's Cafe | Carmelos Cafe, 23 Brunswick Road | 766 yd | |
| Refurbs | Refurbs, 11 Brunswick Road | 814 yd | |
| Pink Daisy Garment Care Cafe | Pink Daisy Garment Care Cafe, 10 Mold Road | 903 yd | |
| Legends Cafe & Catering | Legends Cafe & Catering, 13b Mold Road | 921 yd | |
| Thaidee | Mai Thai, 20 Buckley Shopping Centre | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nant Inn | Nant Inn, Padeswood Road North | 554 yd | |
| Blue Bell | Blue Bell, The Blue Bell | 623 yd | |
| The Shamrock | The Shamrock, Chester Road | 654 yd | |
| Buckley Cricket Club | Buckley Cricket Club, Chester Road | 695 yd | |
| Buckley Workingmen's Club | Buckley Workingmens Club, Buckley Working Mens Social Club | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Sing Chinese Takeaway | Hong Sing Chinese Takeaway, Hong Sing | 502 yd | |
| Indian Olive | Indian Olive, 110 Brunswick Road | 560 yd | |
| Star Kebab House | Star Kebab House, 2 Chester Road | 579 yd | |
| Good Friend | Good Friend, 4 Chester Road | 584 yd | |
| Mei Mei Chinese Restaurant | Mei Mei Chinese Restaurant, 33 Chester Road | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 22-23 Central Precinct | 733 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.