Pen Y Cefn Road is in Caerwys, Mold and in Flintshire district. CH7 5BH is located in the Caerwys electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Delyn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pen Y Cefn Road, Caerwys, Mold, CH7 5BH 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 5BH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 51% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.2% | 49% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 5BH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 25.5% | 17.5% | -8.0% | 37.9% | -20.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.2% | 54% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 12.3% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 12.8% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
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 | 55.6% | 48.3% | -7.3% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 27% | 36.7% | 9.7% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 12.1% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.7% | 11% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 6.7% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 15.3% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 12.9% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 47.4% | 14.1% | 33.8% | 13.6% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.1% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 100% | 94.2% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 94.2% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 61.5% | 46.2% | 15.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pen Y Cefn Road was 55.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.4% higher than the Brynford and Halkyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pen Y Cefn Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Brynford and Halkyn and the 229th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Pen Y Cefn Road, Mold, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-10-28 | £261,940 |
| 3 Ffrith Cottages Pen Y Cefn Road, Mold, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-04-19 | £277,828 |
| Little Argoed Pen Y Cefn Road, Mold, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-10-17 | £202,300 |
| Argoed Pen Y Cefn Road, Mold, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2023-01-11 | £297,473 |
| Cobweb Cottage Pen Y Cefn Road, Mold, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2022-08-17 | £605,421 |
CH7 5BH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CH7 5BH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Yr Esgob Lon-Yr-Ysgol , Caerwys CH7 5AD | - not rated | 1,705 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tremeirchion Tremeirchion , Llanelwg LL17 0UN | - not rated | 3,814 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bodfari C.P. School Bodfari , LL16 4DA | - not rated | 4,442 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 58.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 11.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 11.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 11.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 2.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 2.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 14.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 39.5% |
| Median download speed | 28.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.