Greenfield Business Park 1 is in Greenfield, Holywell and in Flintshire district. CH8 7HJ is located in the Greenfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Delyn. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greenfield Business Park 1, Greenfield, Holywell, CH8 7HJ 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 CH8 7HJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 50.2% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 53.1% | 49.8% | -3.3% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 38.4% | 37.2% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.7% | 42.8% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 9.3% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 7.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 48.7% | 45.5% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 35% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 14.6% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 15.5% | -13.1% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 8.3% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 25.3% | 6.5% | 13.4% | 11.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.5% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 19.2% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 22.6% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.5% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| White | 98.2% | 99.1% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97.3% | 94.7% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 4% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 94.7% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greenfield Business Park 1 was 71.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.5% higher than the Bagillt average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Greenfield Business Park 1 has the 14th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Bagillt and the 168th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 36 Greenfield Business Park 1, Holywell, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £235,336 | 2019-01-09 | £281,318 |
CH8 7HJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 123 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfield C.P. School Fulbrooke , Greenfield CH8 7JW | - not rated | 716 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Glan Aber C.P. Boot End , Bagillt CH6 6LW | - not rated | 1,645 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Treffynnon The Strand , Holywell CH8 7AW | - not rated | 1,657 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Winefrides R.C. School Whitford Street , Holywell CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 2,266 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gwenffrwd Stryd Chwitffordd , Treffynnon CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 2,266 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshfields Cafe | Freshfields Cafe, Freshfields Greenfield Business Centre | 442 yd | |
| The Bakehouse | The Bakehouse, Cafe Basingwerk House | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship Inn Ltd | The Ship Inn Ltd, Ship Inn | 274 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savoy Catering | Savoy Catering, Flat | 567 yd | |
| Valley Fish and Chips | Valley Fish and Chips, 8 New Shop Parade | 567 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 6.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 6.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 6.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 6.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 6.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 6.1% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.