Windmill Road is in Buckley and in Flintshire district. CH7 3HY is located in the Buckley: Pentrobin electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Alyn and Deeside. This postcode has been in use since 2009-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Windmill Road, Buckley, CH7 3HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH7 3HB, CH7 3HA, CH7 3HP, CH7 2HA, CH7 2HB, CH7 3HD, CH7 2EB, CH7 3BF, CH7 2HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CH7 3HY is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population 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 | 51.4% | 46.6% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 48.6% | 53.4% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 | 36.9% | 40.3% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 35% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 2.2% | -3.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 14.2% | 5.7% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 7.5% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 44.8% | 45.6% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 31.6% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 18% | 17% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 5.4% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 30% | 22.5% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 11% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 19.4% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.4% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 14.5% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 24.2% | 13.4% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 7.3% | 0% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.1% | 95.9% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 95.3% | 92.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 92.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.7% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.6% | 37.2% | 4.4% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Windmill Road was 103.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.9% higher than the Buckley: Bistre East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Windmill Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Buckley: Bistre East and the 129th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.2%.
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 Ash Tree Court Windmill Road, Buckley, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-12-04 | £261,523 |
| 2 Ash Tree Court Windmill Road, Buckley, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2013-05-15 | £291,033 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elfed High School Mill Lane , CH7 3HQ | - not rated | 291 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Westwood Community Primary School Tabernacle Street , Buckley CH7 2JT | - not rated | 295 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mountain Lane C.P. School Knowle Lane , Buckley CH7 3JA | - not rated | 566 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Buckley Southdown C.P. Linderick Avenue , Buckley CH7 2NP | - not rated | 643 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Argoed High School Bryn Road , Bryn Y Baal CH7 6RY | - not rated | 1,700 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refurbs | Refurbs, 11 Brunswick Road | 145 yd | |
| Carmelo's Cafe | Carmelos Cafe, 23 Brunswick Road | 174 yd | |
| Pink Daisy Garment Care Cafe | Pink Daisy Garment Care Cafe, 10 Mold Road | 178 yd | |
| Legends Cafe & Catering | Legends Cafe & Catering, 13b Mold Road | 224 yd | |
| Thaidee | Mai Thai, 20 Buckley Shopping Centre | 261 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tivoli | The Tivoli, Tivoli Night Club | 208 yd | |
| The Black Lion Hotel | The Black Lion Hotel, Black Lion Inn | 252 yd | |
| The Black Horse Hotel | The Black Horse Hotel, Black Horse Hotel | 279 yd | |
| The Academy | The Academy, 21 Mold Road | 292 yd | |
| White Lion | White Lion, White Lion Hotel | 526 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Subway, 11 Brunswick Road | 145 yd | |
| Crumbs Sandwich Bar | Crumbs Sandwich Bar, 1a Brunswick Road | 151 yd | |
| Big Fish 2 | Big Fish 2, 1 Brunswick Road | 152 yd | |
| Akash Tandoori Takeaway | Akash Tandoori Takeaway, 8 Mold Road | 175 yd | |
| Uncle Ashy's | Uncle Ashys, 10 Brunswick Road | 182 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 22-23 Central Precinct | 208 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.