Padeswood Road is in Buckley and in Alyn And Deeside district. CH7 2BN is located in the Buckley: Bistre West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Alyn and Deeside. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Padeswood Road, Buckley, CH7 2BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH7 2BN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.8% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49% | 49.2% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 26.9% | 32.3% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 47.3% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 10.5% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 7.7% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 38.9% | 44.6% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 37.2% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 14.7% | -4.0% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 2.3% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.7% | 16.3% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 15.4% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 19% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 14% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 22.2% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 6.8% | 4.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.9% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 95.7% | 98.5% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 98.5% | 3.2% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.7% | 37.2% | 14.5% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Padeswood Road was 106.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.1% higher than the Buckley: Bistre East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Padeswood Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Buckley: Bistre East and the 111th highest crime rate of 494 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East View Padeswood Road South, Buckley, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2024-05-29 | £397,255 |
| Springfield Padeswood Road South, Buckley, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £334,000 | 2021-06-28 | £387,119 |
| Tyn-Y-Coed Padeswood Road South, Buckley, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2020-11-27 | £344,396 |
| Bistre Cottage Padeswood Road South, Buckley, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2020-10-16 | £179,804 |
| Bistre Cottage Padeswood Road South, Buckley, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2019-09-25 | £182,239 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Padeswood Road, Buckley, CH7 2BN has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 6 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Padeswood Road, Buckley, CH7 2BN has very low surface water flood risk.
0 of 6 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
CH7 2BN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CH7 2BN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood Community Primary School Tabernacle Street , Buckley CH7 2JT | - not rated | 1,002 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Buckley Southdown C.P. Linderick Avenue , Buckley CH7 2NP | - not rated | 1,360 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mountain Lane C.P. School Knowle Lane , Buckley CH7 3JA | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Elfed High School Mill Lane , CH7 3HQ | - not rated | 1,531 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Belmont Windmill Road , Buckley CH7 3HA | - not rated | 1,670 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legends Cafe & Catering | Legends Cafe & Catering, 13b Mold Road | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nant Inn | Nant Inn, Padeswood Road North | 646 yd | |
| Padeswood & Buckley Golf Club | Padeswood & Buckley Golf Club, The Caia Station Road | 964 yd | |
| The Tivoli | The Tivoli, Tivoli Night Club | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Sing Chinese Takeaway | Hong Sing Chinese Takeaway, Hong Sing | 412 yd | |
| Uncle Ashy's | Uncle Ashys, 10 Brunswick Road | 1,063 yd | |
| Buckley Kebab House | Buckley Kebab House, Brunswick Road | 1,064 yd | |
| Zozan Kebab House | Zozan Kebab House, 33 Brunswick Road | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 22-23 Central Precinct | 1,064 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 | 58 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.