CH8 8NS is in Pantasaph, Holywell and Delyn district. CH8 8NS is located in the Whitford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Delyn. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pantasaph, Holywell, CH8 8NS 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 area surrounding CH8 8NS has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 48.8% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 50.5% | 51.2% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 8NS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% 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 | 25.9% | 25.9% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 58.4% | 4.1% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 7.6% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 3.8% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 36.2% | 48.6% | 12.4% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 33.8% | -7.7% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 14.4% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 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 | 14.8% | 14.3% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 12.1% | 2.8% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 11.5% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 14.8% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 42.9% | -1.5% | 33.8% | 9.1% |
| Other | 4.9% | 0.5% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.3% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 95.2% | 94.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 94.4% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.7% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0.9% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 59.8% | 46.2% | 13.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around CH8 8NS was 10.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.2% lower than the Holywell West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
CH8 8NS has the lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Holywell West and the 30th lowest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Clares Villa, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2016-07-01 | £360,232 |
| St. Clares Villa, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2008-01-15 | £353,461 |
| St. Clares Villa, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2005-02-16 | £297,379 |
| Westgate, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2003-05-16 | £447,807 |
| Groes, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £199,000 | 2003-01-10 | £481,467 |
CH8 8NS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CH8 8NS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bro Carmel Carmel Road , Carmel CH8 8NU | - not rated | 863 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Llan, Whitford V.P. Whitford , Holywell CH8 9AN | - not rated | 2,632 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gwenffrwd Stryd Chwitffordd , Treffynnon CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 2,644 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Winefrides R.C. School Whitford Street , Holywell CH8 7NJ | - not rated | 2,716 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynford C.P. School Brynford , Holywell CH8 8AD | - not rated | 2,847 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Padre Pio Cafe | Padre Pio Cafe, Franciscan Friary | 139 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 33.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.