The Brackens is in Buckley and in Flintshire district. CH7 2RB 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 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Brackens, Buckley, CH7 2RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH7 2DD, CH7 2RD, CH7 2QF, CH7 2PZ, CH7 2QD, CH7 2QE, CH7 2DB, CH7 2BH, CH7 2PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH7 2RB has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 48.3% | 50% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 51.7% | 50% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 30.4% | 35.3% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 50.7% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 5.8% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 53.2% | 41.7% | -11.5% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 33% | 42.3% | 9.3% | 33.6% | 8.7% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 11.5% | 2.8% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.3% | 16.8% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 6.5% | -10.8% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 18.9% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 5.5% | -0.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 19.6% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 28.9% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.8% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 97% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 99% | 96.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96.2% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Brackens was 54.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.2% lower than the Buckley: Bistre East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Brackens has the 16th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Buckley: Bistre East and the 235th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 The Brackens, Buckley, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-05-12 | £202,799 |
| 16 The Brackens, Buckley, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-05-31 | £168,632 |
| 5 The Brackens, Buckley, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-12-24 | £143,953 |
| 6 The Brackens, Buckley, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-12-24 | £143,953 |
| 7 The Brackens, Buckley, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-12-24 | £177,173 |
CH7 2RB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 146 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckley Southdown C.P. Linderick Avenue , Buckley CH7 2NP | - not rated | 679 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Westwood Community Primary School Tabernacle Street , Buckley CH7 2JT | - not rated | 738 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Elfed High School Mill Lane , CH7 3HQ | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mountain Lane C.P. School Knowle Lane , Buckley CH7 3JA | - not rated | 1,468 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Argoed High School Bryn Road , Bryn Y Baal CH7 6RY | - not rated | 1,507 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rise Cafe | The Rise Cafe, Bistre Community Centre | 449 yd | |
| Thaidee | Mai Thai, 20 Buckley Shopping Centre | 765 yd | |
| Legends Cafe & Catering | Legends Cafe & Catering, 13b Mold Road | 783 yd | |
| Pink Daisy Garment Care Cafe | Pink Daisy Garment Care Cafe, 10 Mold Road | 828 yd | |
| Refurbs | Refurbs, 11 Brunswick Road | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Anchor Inn | Blue Anchor Inn, 153 Mold Road | 572 yd | |
| White Lion | White Lion, White Lion Hotel | 627 yd | |
| Nant Inn | Nant Inn, Padeswood Road North | 666 yd | |
| The Academy | The Academy, 21 Mold Road | 733 yd | |
| The Black Lion Hotel | The Black Lion Hotel, Black Lion Inn | 761 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok Asia | Wok Asia, 1 South Lane | 639 yd | |
| Hong Sing Chinese Takeaway | Hong Sing Chinese Takeaway, Hong Sing | 674 yd | |
| Sugarush Dessert Shop | Sugarush Dessert Shop, 41 Mold Road | 713 yd | |
| Akash Tandoori Takeaway | Akash Tandoori Takeaway, 8 Mold Road | 831 yd | |
| Uncle Ashy's | Uncle Ashys, 10 Brunswick Road | 859 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 22-23 Central Precinct | 935 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 | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.