CH2 1BQ is a well-regarded residential area located 0.6km from Abbot's Mead in Chester. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Upton ward and the City of Chester constituency.
The people who live in CH2 1BQ are typical of a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation.
Safety: Crime rates are high (232 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00188846 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CH2 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CH2 1BQ.
322
46
£ 53,300 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH2 1BQ 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CH2 1BQ's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH2 1BQ. 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
Economic Activity
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 rates near CH2 1BQ are high at 232 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
Dorin Park School & Specialist SEN College
Upton Heath CofE Primary School
Mill View Primary School
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
Newton Primary School
Upton Westlea Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- The Upton0.9 km
- The Bears Paw0.8 km
- Costa Coffee, Countess of Chester Hospital0.3 km
- Little Owl0.7 km
- Chatwins0.6 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Bache PO And Newsagent0.5 km
- Essentials0.3 km
- Bargain Booze0.6 km
- Parkgate Service Station0.6 km
- Parkgate Asda on the Move0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Green Gables1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Mill Lane Fish Bar0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons0.5 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Brewers arms0.7 km
- Mill At Upton0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bache0.5 km
- Chester2.1 km
- Capenhurst6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Eastway House0.1 km
- Countess Roundabout0.1 km
- Beechway0.2 km
- Beechway0.2 km
- Main Entrance0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CH21BQ · Data under Open Government Licence