CH5 1AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Caernarvon Close, 0.4km from Shotton, Higher in Shotton. Administratively it sits within Shotton East and Shotton Higher ward and the Alyn and Deeside constituency.
For families considering a move, CH5 1AR represents 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. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 33.3% 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 CH5 1AR are sourced from Output Area W00001794 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CAERNARVON CLOSE, CH5 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAERNARVON CLOSE, CH5 1AR.
330
40
£ 37,100 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH5 1AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 40, CH5 1AR has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 33.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH5 1AR. The average age is 40.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 139,500
12 sales · Mean £ 150,791
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CH5 1AR is moderate at 69 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
68 nearby- King Vape 4 You0.9 km
- SMACZEK0.9 km
- SMACZEK0.9 km
- T & H Price (Butchers)0.5 km
- The Range0.6 km
- + 63 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Diyar Kebab0.9 km
- Spices1.0 km
- Rockin Rolls0.4 km
- Shotton Kebab House0.3 km
- Shotton Pizza and Kebab Stop0.4 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- The Groves Community Sports & Social Club0.6 km
- Melrose Inn0.6 km
- The Central Hotel0.3 km
- Melrose Inn0.6 km
- The Central Hotel0.3 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- Budescu Dinasty0.3 km
- Llys Eleanor0.2 km
- Food with Friends0.3 km
- Head Chef Cafe and Restaurant0.3 km
- Bethany Books0.3 km
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Iceland Foods Ltd0.4 km
- The Co-operative Group0.7 km
- Lidl0.5 km
- The Co-operative Group0.7 km
- Lidl0.5 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shotton0.4 km
- Hawarden Bridge1.1 km
- Hawarden Station2.7 km
Bus Stops
- St Ethelwold`s Church0.2 km
- St Ethelwold`s Church0.2 km
- Ash Grove0.2 km
- Ash Grove0.2 km
- North Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CH51AR · Data under Open Government Licence