Bryn Mawr Road is in Holywell and in Flintshire district. CH8 7AR is located in the Holywell Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Delyn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bryn Mawr Road, Holywell, CH8 7AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH8 7AP, CH8 7AH, CH8 7AL, CH8 7AS, CH8 7AJ, CH8 7AW, CH8 7PE, CH8 7PJ, CH8 7PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH8 7AR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 50.7% | 49.6% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.3% | 50.4% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CH8 7AR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.1% | 51.3% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.2% | 28.5% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -15.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.7% | 7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 4.8% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 9.2% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.3% | 36.1% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 32.2% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 18.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 10.3% | 9.5% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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.
In the area around CH8 7AR this area, 33.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.5% | 33.6% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 15.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 12.4% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 16.8% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 14.6% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.9% | 13.7% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -20.1% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 100% | 97.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97.4% | 96.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 95.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.7% | 76.7% | -24.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 45.2% | 13.5% | 31.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.6% | 37.2% | 22.4% |
| Christian | 32.2% | 46.2% | -14.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bryn Mawr Road was 224.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 239.3% higher than the Bagillt average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bryn Mawr Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Bagillt and the 35th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 134.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Bryn Mawr Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-11-30 | £163,618 |
| 36 Bryn Mawr Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2014-03-17 | £111,485 |
| 2 Bryn Mawr Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,500 | 2005-10-21 | £144,800 |
| 10 Bryn Mawr Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2004-11-11 | £117,609 |
| 2 Bryn Mawr Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £26,000 | 2003-06-13 | £60,089 |
The percentage of student residents living in CH8 7AR area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 38 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Treffynnon The Strand , Holywell CH8 7AW | - not rated | 213 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Winefrides R.C. School Whitford Street , Holywell CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 514 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gwenffrwd Stryd Chwitffordd , Treffynnon CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 544 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenfield C.P. School Fulbrooke , Greenfield CH8 7JW | - not rated | 1,277 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynford C.P. School Brynford , Holywell CH8 8AD | - not rated | 1,966 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marmalade | Marmalade, 31a High Street | 482 yd | |
| Kassidy's | Kassidys, Exchange House | 482 yd | |
| BENGAL BALTI | BENGAL BALTI, 1 Whitford Street | 501 yd | |
| Bella's Diner | Bellas Diner, 79 High Street | 545 yd | |
| KIM Inspire | KIM Inspire, The Hub | 657 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | The Royal Oak, Greenfield Road | 346 yd | |
| The Market Cross | The Market Cross, 9-11 High Street | 435 yd | |
| Boar's Head | Boars Head, The Boars Head | 471 yd | |
| Old Wine Vaults | Old Wine Vaults, The Old Wine Vaults | 481 yd | |
| Feathers Inn | Feathers Inn, Whitford Street | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talk of the Town | Talk of the Town, 1-3 High Street | 444 yd | |
| Fu House | Fu House, 12 High Street | 485 yd | |
| M L Davies Fish & Chip Shop | M L Davies Fish & Chip Shop, 53 High Street | 499 yd | |
| Holywell Kebab | Holywell Kebab, 5-7 Cross Street | 504 yd | |
| Cheeky Chicken | Cheeky Chicken, Cheeky Chicken And Pizza Utica House | 509 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, Tesco Store | 375 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 20-22 High Street | 505 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Coleshill Street | 638 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 | 43.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.