CH2 1DF is a safe, established residential area on Upton Park, 0.6km from Newton Bank in Chester. Administratively it sits within Upton ward and the City of Chester constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CH2, CH2 1DF offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 85% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £925k, down 2.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CH2 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00092707 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UPTON PARK, CH2 1DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPTON PARK, CH2 1DF.
321
48
£ 53,300 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH2 1DF 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CH2 1DF combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£925k 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 down 2.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH2 1DF. The average age is 47.9. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 740,000
5 sales · Mean £ 775,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CH2 1DF has low crime rates — 21 incidents 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
Mill View Primary School
Dorin Park School & Specialist SEN College
Newton Primary School
Ancora House School
Upton Westlea Primary School
Upton Heath CofE Primary School
Upton-by-Chester High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- The Wheatsheaf0.9 km
- The Bears Paw0.5 km
- The Upton0.9 km
- Chicken shop upton/papi taco/fiesta mexico/rebel rito0.6 km
- Cafe Number One0.6 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Mill Lane Fish Bar0.3 km
- Fish And Chips @ Weston Grove0.6 km
- Kam Xin0.6 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Bache PO And Newsagent0.5 km
- Well Pharmacy0.4 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- Essentials0.8 km
- Bargain Booze0.3 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Green Gables0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons0.6 km
- Tesco0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Brewers arms1.0 km
- Mill At Upton0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bache0.4 km
- Chester1.6 km
- Capenhurst6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Moorhouse Close0.2 km
- Sutton Drive0.2 km
- Mill View School0.3 km
- Wealstone Lane0.3 km
- Egerton Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CH21DF · Data under Open Government Licence