CH6 5EF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Maes Gwyn, 0.7km from Pentre-Ffwrndan in Flint. Administratively it sits within Flint: Oakenholt ward and the Delyn constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CH6 5EF is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £100k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 24.9% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for CH6 5EF are sourced from Output Area W00001567 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAES GWYN, CH6 5EF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAES GWYN, CH6 5EF.
460
35
£ 36,000 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH6 5EF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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.
Area Character
CH6 5EF has a significant social housing presence — 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 24.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH6 5EF. The average age is 34.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 102,500
10 sales · Mean £ 95,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CH6 5EF has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- Centre Point0.9 km
- Flexgym and Nutritional Supplies0.9 km
- Flint Polski Sklep0.8 km
- Flintshire Foodbank0.7 km
- Tony Lovatt Butchers0.8 km
- + 27 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Raj Balti0.6 km
- Llys Raddington1.0 km
- Raj Balti0.6 km
- Laneys Cafe0.9 km
- Likya Steak Grill Wine0.8 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- UK Fried Chicken0.8 km
- Ming Sing0.4 km
- Sandwiched Ltd0.9 km
- Zainah's0.9 km
- Harun's0.9 km
- + 23 more
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- Dee Inn0.8 km
- The Ship Hotel0.9 km
- Flint Town United F.C0.9 km
- The George & Dragon0.9 km
- Flint Town United F.C0.9 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Aldi Flint0.6 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Aldi Flint0.6 km
- Iceland Foods Limited0.9 km
- Iceland Foods Limited0.9 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Flint0.8 km
- Shotton6.7 km
- Neston6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Kings Avenue0.2 km
- Tradesman`s Arms0.2 km
- Goffa Court0.2 km
- Goffa Court0.2 km
- Welsh Harp Inn0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CH65EF · Data under Open Government Licence