Holway Road is in Holywell and in Flintshire district. CH8 7NN is located in the Holywell West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Delyn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holway Road, Holywell, CH8 7NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH8 7NW, CH8 7NT, CH8 7NS, CH8 7EH, CH8 7NQ, CH8 7DX, CH8 7FB, CH8 7DY, CH8 7NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH8 7NN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 51% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 32% | 32.1% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 50.2% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 9.2% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 6.4% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 45.2% | 47% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 31.4% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 14.9% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 5.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 24.7% | 13.3% | -11.4% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 8.5% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 18.1% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.8% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 16.9% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.9% | 35.9% | 12.0% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.4% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 99% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 97.6% | 94.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 94.6% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holway Road was 114.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.0% higher than the Holywell West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holway Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Holywell West and the 108th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Holway Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2024-10-11 | £137,495 |
| Gwylfa Holway Road, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2023-05-05 | £490,163 |
| Tree Tops Holway Road, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-07-28 | £289,757 |
| Stonehaven Holway Road, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-07-22 | £289,757 |
| Oakfield View Holway Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2021-06-29 | £194,926 |
CH8 7NN 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gwenffrwd Stryd Chwitffordd , Treffynnon CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 603 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Winefrides R.C. School Whitford Street , Holywell CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 702 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Treffynnon The Strand , Holywell CH8 7AW | - not rated | 1,268 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Carmel Carmel Road , Carmel CH8 8NU | - not rated | 1,597 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynford C.P. School Brynford , Holywell CH8 8AD | - not rated | 1,890 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BENGAL BALTI | BENGAL BALTI, 1 Whitford Street | 841 yd | |
| Kassidy's | Kassidys, Exchange House | 879 yd | |
| Marmalade | Marmalade, 31a High Street | 981 yd | |
| Rosiez Cafe | Rosiez Cafe, Holywell Leisure Centre | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feathers Inn | Feathers Inn, Whitford Street | 846 yd | |
| Old Wine Vaults | Old Wine Vaults, The Old Wine Vaults | 849 yd | |
| The Market Cross | The Market Cross, 9-11 High Street | 906 yd | |
| Boar's Head | Boars Head, The Boars Head | 967 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | The Royal Oak, Greenfield Road | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Wall | Great Wall, The Great Wall | 812 yd | |
| Cheeky Chicken | Cheeky Chicken, Cheeky Chicken And Pizza Utica House | 814 yd | |
| Maggies Takeaway Ltd | Maggies Takeaway Ltd, 4 Pen Y Ball Street | 852 yd | |
| Holywell Kebab | Holywell Kebab, 5-7 Cross Street | 864 yd | |
| Talk of the Town | Talk of the Town, 1-3 High Street | 887 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco, Tesco Store | 920 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 20-22 High Street | 928 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 | 55.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.