Postcode Analysis Cheshire West and Chester, North West

ABBOTS DRIVE, CH2 1AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBOTS DRIVE, CH2 1AT.

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Population

306

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 53,300 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CH2 1AT combines high owner-occupation (79%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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

CH2 1AT is a well-regarded residential area on Abbots Drive, 0.5km from Abbot's Mead in Chester. Administratively it sits within Chester City & the Garden Quarter ward and the City of Chester constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CH2, CH2 1AT offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 114 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 1AT are sourced from Output Area E00092696 (shared with 12 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 1AT. The average age is 48.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.4%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

Crime around CH2 1AT is above average at 114 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 offences282
Public order63
Criminal damage and arson39
Other theft30
Shoplifting25

school Local Schools

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Ancora House School

Outstanding5 pupils0.8 km
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Chester Blue Coat Church of England Primary School

Good402 pupils0.9 km
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Newton Primary School

Good414 pupils1.0 km
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Mill View Primary School

Outstanding210 pupils1.1 km
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Dorin Park School & Specialist SEN College

Good140 pupils1.2 km
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St Theresa's Catholic Primary School

Good165 pupils1.6 km
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Upton Heath CofE Primary School

Good422 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Morrisons Daily0.8 km
  • Essentials0.5 km
  • Parkgate Asda on the Move0.9 km
  • Jeffreys Tonic0.7 km
  • Bargain Booze0.8 km
  • + 5 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Costa Coffee, Countess of Chester Hospital0.5 km
  • Now Food Centre0.7 km
  • Total Fitness0.4 km
  • George And Dragon0.9 km
  • Chatwins0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Morrisons0.3 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Mill Lane Fish Bar0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Mill At Upton0.4 km
  • Chichester Arms1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Green Gables0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bache0.5 km
  • Chester1.4 km
  • Capenhurst6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Abbot's Drive0.1 km
  • Abbot's Drive0.1 km
  • Waterloo Road0.2 km
  • Waterloo Road0.2 km
  • The Mill PH0.3 km