Brynford Road is in Pentre Halkyn, Holywell and in Delyn district. CH8 8AW is located in the Brynford and Halkyn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Delyn. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brynford Road, Pentre Halkyn, Holywell, CH8 8AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH8 8AU, CH8 8AN, CH8 8JZ, CH8 8JU, CH8 8AR, CH8 8HQ, CH8 8JX, CH8 8HR, CH8 8JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH8 8AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.7% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.3% | -1.0% | 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 8AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.8% 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 | 22% | 19.5% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -18.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63% | 57.8% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 13.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7% | 11.9% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 7% | 7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 46.3% | 40.8% | -5.5% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 39% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 16.4% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 3.3% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22% | 18% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 7.7% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 15.3% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 8.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 16.9% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 30.6% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.2% | 94.7% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96.9% | 96.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brynford Road was 47.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.1% lower than the Brynford and Halkyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brynford Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Brynford and Halkyn and the 249th lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.3%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nythle Brynford Road, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-04-04 | £315,661 |
| 8 Brynford Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-01-13 | £191,342 |
| 8 Brynford Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2021-05-17 | £161,024 |
| Dafarn Dywyll Brynford Road, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2008-03-28 | £374,944 |
| 9 Brynford Road, Holywell, Flintshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2004-11-29 | £218,417 |
CH8 8AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 8AW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brynford C.P. School Brynford , Holywell CH8 8AD | - not rated | 2,903 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Merllyn C.P. School Foel Gron , Bagillt CH6 6BB | - not rated | 3,558 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Rhos Helyg Rhosesmor , Mold CH7 6PJ | - not rated | 3,723 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cornist Park C.P. School Ffordd yr Ysgol , CH6 5ET | - not rated | 3,969 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Winefrides R.C. School Whitford Street , Holywell CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 4,013 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billy Jeans | Billy Jeans, Unit 2 The Haven Garage | 813 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 | 69.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 69.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 69.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 69.2% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 23.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 30.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 30.8% |
| Median download speed | 32.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.