Beach Close is in Talacre, Holywell and in Flintshire district. CH8 9RB is located in the Llanasa and Trelawnyd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Delyn. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beach Close, Talacre, Holywell, CH8 9RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH8 9RF, CH8 9RE, CH8 9RG, CH8 9RD, CH8 9RQ, CH8 9RH, CH8 9RT, CH8 9RR, CH8 9SB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH8 9RB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 53.9% | 49.8% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 46.1% | 50.2% | 4.1% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 9RB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.4% 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 | 19.7% | 20.6% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 56.4% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 12.2% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 9.2% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 11.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 35.8% | 37.4% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 26% | 34.6% | 8.6% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 24% | 17.3% | -6.7% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 10.8% | 8.6% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 9RB this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 19.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.8% | 30% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 6.8% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 15.5% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.7% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 18.6% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.3% | 19.1% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.6% | 96.3% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 94.6% | 94.6% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 94.2% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.6% | 37.2% | -11.6% |
| Christian | 61.6% | 46.2% | 15.4% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beach Close was 366.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 342.5% higher than the Llanasa and Trelawnyd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beach Close has the highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Llanasa and Trelawnyd and the 15th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 231.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shellmar Beach Close, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2020-08-14 | £169,957 |
| Lanrest Beach Close, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £166,500 | 2016-04-13 | £236,764 |
| Lanrest Beach Close, Holywell, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £166,500 | 2015-06-03 | £243,897 |
CH8 9RB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CH8 9RB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CH8 9RB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Mornant Picton Road , Picton, Penyffordd CH8 9JQ | - not rated | 2,577 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gronant Nant Y Gro , Gronant LL19 9YP | - not rated | 2,918 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Garth Ffynnongroew , Holywell CH8 9JA | - not rated | 3,024 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Trelogan Berthengam , Treffynnon CH8 9BZ | - not rated | 4,971 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lola and Suggs Beachside Cafe | Lola and Suggs Beachside Cafe, Station Road | 203 yd | |
| The Genuine Dining Co Ltd | The Genuine Dining Co Ltd, Point Of Ayr Terminal | 609 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Point | The Point, Station Road | 203 yd | |
| Talacre Beach Club | Talacre Beach Club, Station Road | 203 yd | |
| Talbot Bar | Talbot Bar, Point Of Ayr Caravan Camp | 462 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talacre Beach Chip Shop | Talacre Beach Chip Shop, Station Road | 203 yd | |
| The Battered Fish | The Battered Fish, Station Road | 320 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.