CH2 1BP is an active urban area located 0.1km from Abbot's Mead in Chester. Administratively it sits within Upton ward and the City of Chester constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CH2 1BP is a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are high (177 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for CH2 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00092704 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CH2 1BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CH2 1BP.
259
44
£ 53,300 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH2 1BP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CH2 1BP has a significant social housing presence — 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH2 1BP. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near CH2 1BP are high at 177 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
Chester Blue Coat Church of England Primary School
Dorin Park School & Specialist SEN College
Mill View Primary School
Newton Primary School
Highfield Community Primary School
The Arches Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Costa Coffee, Countess of Chester Hospital0.3 km
- Now Food Centre0.9 km
- Total Fitness0.7 km
- The Bears Paw0.7 km
- University of Chester Pizzeria0.9 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons0.5 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.5 km
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Essentials0.3 km
- Parkgate Asda on the Move0.5 km
- Jeffreys Tonic0.9 km
- Torta Chester0.9 km
- Bache PO And Newsagent0.6 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Mill Lane Fish Bar0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Green Gables0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Mill At Upton0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bache0.6 km
- Chester1.8 km
- Capenhurst6.6 km
Bus Stops
- The Little Owl0.2 km
- The Little Owl0.2 km
- Aldi Superstore0.3 km
- Main Entrance0.3 km
- Esso Garage0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CH21BP · Data under Open Government Licence