Elm Grove is in Buckley and in Alyn And Deeside district. CH7 2LU 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Grove, Buckley, CH7 2LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH7 2SA, CH7 2BS, CH7 2LS, CH7 2DB, CH7 2BZ, CH7 2LR, CH7 2BJ, CH7 2BX, CH7 2BH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH7 2LU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 46.2% | 48.7% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 53.8% | 51.3% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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% | 39.6% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 15.3% | 20.1% | 4.8% | 44.2% | -24.1% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 29.9% | 27.3% | -2.6% | 9.1% | 18.2% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 7.9% | -7.4% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38% | 23.7% | -14.3% | 48.4% | -24.7% |
| Good health | 24.7% | 38.5% | 13.8% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 21.2% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 8.5% |
| Bad health | 14.6% | 10.9% | -3.7% | 4.0% | 6.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 5.8% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 4.6% |
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.
In the area around CH7 2LU this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 15%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.6% | 30% | -18.6% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 15.7% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 15.7% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.9% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 13.6% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.3% | 15% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -18.8% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.4% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97.5% | 98.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 98.1% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.5% | 76.7% | -12.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 34.8% | 13.5% | 21.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.6% | 37.2% | 6.4% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 10.3% | 6.0% | 4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Grove was 124.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.0% higher than the Buckley: Bistre East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elm Grove has the 6th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Buckley: Bistre East and the 91st highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Elm Grove, Buckley, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2025-01-16 | £89,589 |
| 27 Elm Grove, Buckley, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2022-05-04 | £84,316 |
| 20 Elm Grove, Buckley, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2021-06-11 | £154,974 |
| 22 Elm Grove, Buckley, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2017-05-26 | £115,929 |
| 26 Elm Grove, Buckley, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2016-02-26 | £110,072 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CH7 2LU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Full-Time Employee | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 584 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Buckley Southdown C.P. Linderick Avenue , Buckley CH7 2NP | - not rated | 799 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Elfed High School Mill Lane , CH7 3HQ | - not rated | 1,081 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mountain Lane C.P. School Knowle Lane , Buckley CH7 3JA | - not rated | 1,243 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Argoed High School Bryn Road , Bryn Y Baal CH7 6RY | - not rated | 1,784 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 | 681 yd | |
| The Rise Cafe | The Rise Cafe, Bistre Community Centre | 683 yd | |
| Thaidee | Mai Thai, 20 Buckley Shopping Centre | 695 yd | |
| Pink Daisy Garment Care Cafe | Pink Daisy Garment Care Cafe, 10 Mold Road | 712 yd | |
| Refurbs | Refurbs, 11 Brunswick Road | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nant Inn | Nant Inn, Padeswood Road North | 380 yd | |
| The Academy | The Academy, 21 Mold Road | 668 yd | |
| The Black Lion Hotel | The Black Lion Hotel, Black Lion Inn | 676 yd | |
| White Lion | White Lion, White Lion Hotel | 688 yd | |
| The Black Horse Hotel | The Black Horse Hotel, Black Horse Hotel | 715 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Sing Chinese Takeaway | Hong Sing Chinese Takeaway, Hong Sing | 336 yd | |
| Sugarush Dessert Shop | Sugarush Dessert Shop, 41 Mold Road | 681 yd | |
| Uncle Ashy's | Uncle Ashys, 10 Brunswick Road | 703 yd | |
| Wok Asia | Wok Asia, 1 South Lane | 712 yd | |
| Akash Tandoori Takeaway | Akash Tandoori Takeaway, 8 Mold Road | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 22-23 Central Precinct | 747 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.