Postcode Analysis Cheshire West and Chester, North West

UPTON GRANGE, CH2 1BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPTON GRANGE, CH2 1BF.

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Population

158

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 53,300 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CH2 1BF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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7/10
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8/10
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6/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CH2 1BF combines high owner-occupation (58%), strong property values (£302k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £302k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CH2 1BF is a sought-after residential area on Upton Grange, 0.8km from Abbot's Mead in Chester. Administratively it sits within Upton ward and the City of Chester constituency.

For serious buyers, CH2 1BF is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £302k. 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 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00188889 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH2 1BF. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.5%
Asian / British Asian12.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 285,000

13 sales · Mean £ 288,980

Semi-Detached

£ 250,000

3 sales · Mean £ 247,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CH2 1BF 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.

Violence and sexual offences41
Public order9
Criminal damage and arson6
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Ancora House School

Outstanding5 pupils0.2 km
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Dorin Park School & Specialist SEN College

Good140 pupils1.0 km
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Upton Heath CofE Primary School

Good422 pupils1.0 km
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Mill View Primary School

Outstanding210 pupils1.2 km
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St Theresa's Catholic Primary School

Good165 pupils1.3 km
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Upton Westlea Primary School

Good198 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Costa Coffee, Countess of Chester Hospital0.5 km
  • The Bears Paw1.0 km
  • Little Owl1.0 km
  • The Upton0.7 km
  • Chatwins0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Morrisons0.7 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Essentials0.5 km
  • Bargain Booze0.6 km
  • Parkgate Service Station0.8 km
  • Bache PO And Newsagent0.6 km
  • Parkgate Asda on the Move0.8 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Brewers arms0.5 km
  • Mill At Upton0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Mill Lane Fish Bar0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bache0.6 km
  • Chester2.2 km
  • Capenhurst6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Beechway0.2 km
  • Beechway0.3 km
  • Eastway House0.3 km
  • Countess Roundabout0.3 km
  • The Frog0.4 km