CH2 1AZ is a sought-after residential area on Deva Lane, 0.9km from Abbot's Mead in Chester. Administratively it sits within Upton ward and the City of Chester constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CH2, CH2 1AZ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £141k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 82.5% year-on-year. 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 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00188876 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DEVA LANE, CH2 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEVA LANE, CH2 1AZ.
306
40
£ 53,300 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH2 1AZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CH2 1AZ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £141k, 84% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 82.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH2 1AZ. The average age is 40.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 141,250
2 sales · Mean £ 141,250
Semi-Detached
£ 240,000
1 sales · Mean £ 240,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CH2 1AZ has low crime rates — 36 incidents 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
Upton Heath CofE Primary School
Dorin Park School & Specialist SEN College
Mill View Primary School
Upton Westlea Primary School
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Costa Coffee, Countess of Chester Hospital0.6 km
- The Upton0.6 km
- Chatwins0.6 km
- The Oak Tree0.1 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons0.7 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Essentials0.6 km
- Bargain Booze0.6 km
- Parkgate Service Station0.9 km
- Bache PO And Newsagent0.7 km
- Parkgate Asda on the Move0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Brewers arms0.4 km
- Mill At Upton0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Mill Lane Fish Bar0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bache0.7 km
- Chester2.3 km
- Capenhurst5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Beechway0.3 km
- Beechway0.3 km
- The Frog0.3 km
- Eastway House0.4 km
- Countess Roundabout0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CH21AZ · Data under Open Government Licence