Denbigh Road is in Afonwen, Mold and in Flintshire district. CH7 5UB 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 Denbigh Road, Afonwen, Mold, CH7 5UB 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 5UB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.3% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.7% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 28.2% | 32.4% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.8% | 47.5% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 3.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 12.2% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 5% | -4.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 54.2% | 40% | -14.2% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 23.6% | 39.4% | 15.8% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 18.2% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 21.8% | 19.1% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 5.7% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 12.1% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8.5% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 21.3% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.9% | 33.3% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 97.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
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% | 97% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Denbigh Road was 120.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 142.1% higher than the Brynford and Halkyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Denbigh Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Brynford and Halkyn and the 96th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 175.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silkridge Denbigh Road, Mold, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-12-14 | £368,654 |
| Sheldon House Maes Mynan Hall Denbigh Road, Mold, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2022-12-14 | £518,642 |
| Maes Mynan Hall Denbigh Road, Mold, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2022-10-03 | £595,577 |
| The Sawmills Denbigh Road, Mold, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £716,000 | 2022-04-01 | £780,410 |
| Maes Y Coed Farm Denbigh Road, Mold, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-05-21 | £745,105 |
CH7 5UB 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 5UB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Yr Esgob Lon-Yr-Ysgol , Caerwys CH7 5AD | - not rated | 1,051 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bodfari C.P. School Bodfari , LL16 4DA | - not rated | 4,151 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Nannerch Primary School Nannerch Village , Nr Mold CH7 5RD | - not rated | 4,829 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tremeirchion Tremeirchion , Llanelwg LL17 0UN | - not rated | 5,094 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edenshine Restaurant | Edenshine Restaurant, Afonwen Craft And Antique Centre | 9 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 | 52.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 52.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 52.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 52.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 2.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 38.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 47.2% |
| Median download speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 177 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.