Newton Drive is in Buckley and in Alyn And Deeside district. CH7 3EB is located in the Buckley: Pentrobin 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 Newton Drive, Buckley, CH7 3EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH7 3EF, CH7 3EE, CH7 3ED, CH7 3EG, CH7 3JZ, CH7 3DX, CH7 3EY, CH7 3EX, CH7 3JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH7 3EB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 49.9% | 49.5% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.1% | 50.5% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 3EB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.3% 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 | 21.7% | 25.6% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 54.3% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 10.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7% | 8.9% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 8.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.2% | 56.7% | 12.5% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 32.1% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 9.9% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 0.9% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 14.7% | 11.4% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 10.4% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 15.2% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 8.2% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17.1% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 36.2% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 5.4% | 1.4% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 98.3% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 98.2% | 97% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 96.6% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newton Drive was 18.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.9% lower than the Buckley: Bistre East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newton Drive has the 4th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Buckley: Bistre East and the 91st lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.3%.

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 Newton Drive, Buckley, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-09-02 | £253,480 |
| 20 Newton Drive, Buckley, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-07-29 | £126,453 |
| 16 Newton Drive, Buckley, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2020-02-14 | £210,775 |
| 14 Newton Drive, Buckley, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2019-11-25 | £206,482 |
| 18 Newton Drive, Buckley, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2017-10-12 | £180,818 |
CH7 3EB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 3EB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 170 |
| Retired | 134 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drury C.P. School Beech Road , Drury CH7 3EG | - not rated | 254 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mountain Lane C.P. School Knowle Lane , Buckley CH7 3JA | - not rated | 1,266 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Johns the Baptist V.A. Primary School Chester Road , Penymynydd CH4 0EN | - not rated | 1,864 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Elfed High School Mill Lane , CH7 3HQ | - not rated | 1,963 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Westwood Community Primary School Tabernacle Street , Buckley CH7 2JT | - not rated | 1,986 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parrot Inn | Parrot Inn, Drury Lane | 336 yd | |
| The Burntwood | The Burntwood, 26 Burntwood Road | 642 yd | |
| Buckley Cricket Club | Buckley Cricket Club, Chester Road | 970 yd | |
| Buckley Workingmen's Club | Buckley Workingmens Club, Buckley Working Mens Social Club | 984 yd | |
| The Shamrock | The Shamrock, Chester Road | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alixâ??s Fish Bar | Alixs Fish Bar, 54a Drury Lane | 395 yd | |
| Buckley Town FC | Buckley Town FC, Globe Way | 943 yd | |
| China Red | China Red, 70 Chester Road | 965 yd | |
| Mei Mei Chinese Restaurant | Mei Mei Chinese Restaurant, 33 Chester Road | 1,025 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 | 57.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.