CH2 1AP is a well-regarded residential area on Sydney Close, 0.7km from Abbot's Mead in Chester. Administratively it sits within Upton ward and the City of Chester constituency.
For serious buyers, CH2 1AP is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are high (259 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £309k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CH2 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00188846 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SYDNEY CLOSE, CH2 1AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SYDNEY CLOSE, CH2 1AP.
322
46
£ 53,300 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH2 1AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CH2 1AP's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership, and £309k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £309k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH2 1AP. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 260,750
9 sales · Mean £ 200,655
Detached
£ 438,750
3 sales · Mean £ 421,416
Terraced
£ 46,200
3 sales · Mean £ 45,850
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near CH2 1AP are high at 259 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ancora House School
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
Dorin Park School & Specialist SEN College
Upton Heath CofE Primary School
Mill View Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Costa Coffee, Countess of Chester Hospital0.5 km
- Little Owl0.9 km
- The Upton0.9 km
- Chatwins0.8 km
- The Oak Tree0.3 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons0.7 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.6 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Essentials0.5 km
- Bargain Booze0.8 km
- Parkgate Service Station0.6 km
- Bache PO And Newsagent0.7 km
- Parkgate Asda on the Move0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Brewers arms0.7 km
- Mill At Upton0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Mill Lane Fish Bar0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bache0.7 km
- Chester2.3 km
- Capenhurst5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Eastway House0.3 km
- Beechway0.4 km
- Countess Roundabout0.4 km
- Beechway0.4 km
- Canal Bridge0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CH21AP · Data under Open Government Licence