Pen Y Cefn is in Caerwys, Mold and in Delyn district. CH7 5BN 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, Caerwys, Mold, CH7 5BN 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 area surrounding CH7 5BN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 50.8% | 48.8% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 49.2% | 51.2% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 5BN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.5% 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 | 20.4% | 28.2% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 55.5% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 11.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 6.4% | -7.2% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 8.2% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 43.8% | 50.8% | 7.0% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 31.7% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 21.5% | 16.7% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 29.1% | 12.6% | -16.5% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 8.1% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 13.5% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.2% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 19.8% | 11.1% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 33% | 36% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 2.2% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.7% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| White | 99.2% | 98.4% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 96.9% | 93.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 93.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.8% | 37.2% | -8.4% |
| Christian | 68.8% | 46.2% | 22.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pen Y Cefn was 19.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.3% lower than the Brynford and Halkyn average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Pen Y Cefn has the 7th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Brynford and Halkyn and the 95th lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brick Kiln Bach Pen Y Cefn, Mold, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2020-01-29 | £575,859 |
| The Barn Wern Bach Pen Y Cefn, Mold, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2019-10-17 | £469,028 |
| Brick Kiln Bach Pen Y Cefn, Mold, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £423,000 | 2018-12-03 | £558,870 |
| Pengwern Pen Y Cefn, Mold, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2017-05-19 | £531,241 |
| Four Crosses Pen Y Cefn, Mold, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2002-07-12 | £612,857 |
CH7 5BN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CH7 5BN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 33 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Yr Esgob Lon-Yr-Ysgol , Caerwys CH7 5AD | - not rated | 3,552 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tremeirchion Tremeirchion , Llanelwg LL17 0UN | - not rated | 3,941 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Llan, Whitford V.P. Whitford , Holywell CH8 9AN | - not rated | 5,131 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Trelogan Berthengam , Treffynnon CH8 9BZ | - not rated | 5,290 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 | 92.3% |
| 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 | 7.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 7.7% |
| Median download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.