Postcode Analysis Cheshire West and Chester, North West

SYDNEY CLOSE, CH2 1AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SYDNEY CLOSE, CH2 1AP.

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Population

322

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 53,300 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CH2 1AP 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CH2 1AP's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership, and £309k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £309k.

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

CH2 1AP is a well-regarded residential area on Sydney Close, 0.7km from Abbot's Mead in Chester. Administratively it sits within Upton ward and the City of Chester constituency.

For serious buyers, CH2 1AP is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are high (259 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £309k. 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 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00188846 (shared with 11 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 1AP. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.9%
Asian / British Asian6.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.4%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 260,750

9 sales · Mean £ 200,655

Detached

£ 438,750

3 sales · Mean £ 421,416

Terraced

£ 46,200

3 sales · Mean £ 45,850

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

Crime rates near CH2 1AP are high at 259 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 offences267
Public order53
Criminal damage and arson33
Other theft12
Anti-social behaviour6

school Local Schools

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Ancora House School

Outstanding5 pupils0.2 km
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St Theresa's Catholic Primary School

Good165 pupils1.1 km
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Dorin Park School & Specialist SEN College

Good140 pupils1.2 km
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Upton Heath CofE Primary School

Good422 pupils1.2 km
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Mill View Primary School

Outstanding210 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Costa Coffee, Countess of Chester Hospital0.5 km
  • Little Owl0.9 km
  • The Upton0.9 km
  • Chatwins0.8 km
  • The Oak Tree0.3 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Morrisons0.7 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Essentials0.5 km
  • Bargain Booze0.8 km
  • Parkgate Service Station0.6 km
  • Bache PO And Newsagent0.7 km
  • Parkgate Asda on the Move0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Brewers arms0.7 km
  • Mill At Upton0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Mill Lane Fish Bar0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bache0.7 km
  • Chester2.3 km
  • Capenhurst5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Eastway House0.3 km
  • Beechway0.4 km
  • Countess Roundabout0.4 km
  • Beechway0.4 km
  • Canal Bridge0.5 km