Pen Y Maes Road is in Holywell and in Delyn district. CH8 7BD is located in the Holywell East 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 Maes Road, Holywell, CH8 7BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH8 7BE, CH8 7BJ, CH8 7BG, CH8 7BS, CH8 7BR, CH8 7BZ, CH8 7BU, CH8 7BT, CH8 7BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH8 7BD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51.3% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.7% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 34.4% | 34.8% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.4% | 39.1% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 14.5% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 9.7% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 37.9% | 38.3% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 38.3% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 13.2% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 6.8% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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.
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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.8% | 26.4% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 10.6% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 12% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 8.7% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 18.8% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 20.7% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.9% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.9% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 97.8% | 90.9% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 5.7% | 3.8% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 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 | 97.4% | 90.6% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.5% | 37.2% | 5.3% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pen Y Maes Road was 167.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 153.5% higher than the Bagillt average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pen Y Maes Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Bagillt and the 61st highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 93.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 John Henry Court Pen Y Maes Road, Holywell, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-05-02 | £143,067 |
| 13 Pen Y Maes Road, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-09-27 | £294,519 |
| 3 John Henry Court Pen Y Maes Road, Holywell, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2024-04-18 | £138,835 |
| 21 Pen Y Maes Road, Holywell, Flintshire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-01-26 | £192,817 |
| 6 John Henry Court Pen Y Maes Road, Holywell, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-06-19 | £130,397 |
CH8 7BD 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Treffynnon The Strand , Holywell CH8 7AW | - not rated | 477 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Winefrides R.C. School Whitford Street , Holywell CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 1,069 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gwenffrwd Stryd Chwitffordd , Treffynnon CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 1,142 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenfield C.P. School Fulbrooke , Greenfield CH8 7JW | - not rated | 1,443 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Glan Aber C.P. Boot End , Bagillt CH6 6LW | - not rated | 1,665 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella's Diner | Bellas Diner, 79 High Street | 778 yd | |
| Marmalade | Marmalade, 31a High Street | 861 yd | |
| KIM Inspire | KIM Inspire, The Hub | 879 yd | |
| Kassidy's | Kassidys, Exchange House | 937 yd | |
| BENGAL BALTI | BENGAL BALTI, 1 Whitford Street | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boar's Head | Boars Head, The Boars Head | 864 yd | |
| The Market Cross | The Market Cross, 9-11 High Street | 889 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | The Royal Oak, Greenfield Road | 913 yd | |
| Old Wine Vaults | Old Wine Vaults, The Old Wine Vaults | 957 yd | |
| Feathers Inn | Feathers Inn, Whitford Street | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hole in the Wall Kiosk | Hole in the Wall Kiosk, Coleshill Street | 758 yd | |
| Tak Bo Chinese Restaurant | Tak Bo Chinese Restaurant, Tak Bo | 764 yd | |
| M L Davies Fish & Chip Shop | M L Davies Fish & Chip Shop, 53 High Street | 813 yd | |
| Holywell Town FC | Holywell Town FC, Holywell Town Football Club | 887 yd | |
| Talk of the Town | Talk of the Town, 1-3 High Street | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl, Coleshill Street | 696 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, Tesco Store | 846 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 20-22 High Street | 916 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 | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.