Milwr Road is in Holywell and in Flintshire district. CH8 7SE 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 Milwr Road, Holywell, CH8 7SE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH8 7SH, CH8 7SF, CH8 7SB, CH8 7SJ, CH8 8HD, CH8 7SN, CH8 8HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH8 7SE 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 | 53.2% | 50.3% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.7% | 2.9% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of CH8 7SE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.9% | 27% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 60.7% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 16.5% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 6.6% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 4.9% | -6.3% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.5% | 53.2% | 6.7% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 30.9% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 11.8% | -3.5% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 3.7% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 7SE this area, 9.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.8% | 9.6% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 7.4% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 14.5% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.5% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 18.1% | 2.0% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 42.5% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 8.7% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.8% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 98.2% | 96.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% |
| Christian | 61.2% | 46.2% | 15.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Milwr Road was 29.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.4% lower than the Holywell West average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Milwr Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Holywell West and the 163rd lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 75.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pentor Milwr Road, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-01-12 | £205,226 |
| Nyali Milwr Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-12-15 | £340,984 |
| Nyali Milwr Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-09-09 | £274,717 |
| Calcot Arms Milwr Road, Holywell, Flintshire Other, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2018-08-17 | £129,760 |
| Ffordd Cottage Milwr Road, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2016-05-13 | £352,555 |
CH8 7SE 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 CH8 7SE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 148 |
| Retired | 113 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brynford C.P. School Brynford , Holywell CH8 8AD | - not rated | 1,249 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Winefrides R.C. School Whitford Street , Holywell CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 1,919 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Treffynnon The Strand , Holywell CH8 7AW | - not rated | 1,953 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gwenffrwd Stryd Chwitffordd , Treffynnon CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 2,020 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Glan Aber C.P. Boot End , Bagillt CH6 6LW | - not rated | 2,722 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stamford Gate Hotel | Stamford Gate Hotel, Stamford Gate Hotel Ltd | 244 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crooked Horn | Crooked Horn, The Crooked Horn Inn | 731 yd | |
| Glan Yr Afon Inn | Glan Yr Afon Inn, Milwr | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holywell Town FC | Holywell Town FC, Holywell Town Football Club | 1,054 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 | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.