Postcode Analysis Cheshire West and Chester, North West

OVERLEIGH CLOSE, CH4 7NA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OVERLEIGH CLOSE, CH4 7NA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

279

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 52,900 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CH4 7NA 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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10/10
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8/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CH4 7NA combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£995k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 3.6% year-on-year.

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

CH4 7NA is a sought-after residential area on Overleigh Close, 0.5km from Westminster Park in Chester. Administratively it sits within Handbridge Park ward and the City of Chester constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CH4, CH4 7NA offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 54 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 92% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £995k, up 3.6% 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 CH4 7NA are sourced from Output Area E00092465 (shared with 6 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 CH4 7NA. The average age is 54.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.2%
Asian / British Asian4.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 977,500

4 sales · Mean £ 965,000

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

CH4 7NA has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences13
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs2

school Local Schools

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The Catholic High School, Chester

Good835 pupils0.4 km
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Overleigh St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good427 pupils0.4 km
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Belgrave Primary School

Outstanding208 pupils0.8 km
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Queen's Park High School

Good647 pupils1.1 km
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Chester International School

Good231 pupils1.1 km
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Lache Primary School

Good220 pupils1.1 km
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St Clare's Catholic Primary School

Good177 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Handbridge0.9 km
  • The Red Lion0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Bebbington & Williams Fishmongers Ltd0.7 km
  • The Emporium0.7 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Monsoon Ceylon Teahous0.7 km
  • Francis Thomas0.7 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Inflatabubble0.4 km
  • The Interiors Shop0.7 km
  • South and West Cheshire College0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Three Fellas Burger0.7 km
  • Golden dragon0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chester2.5 km
  • Bache3.6 km
  • Hawarden8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Overleigh Roundabout0.1 km
  • Grosvenor Nuffield Hospital0.2 km
  • Overleigh Roundabout0.2 km
  • Cavendish Road0.2 km
  • Grosvenor Nuffield Hospital0.2 km