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About

Blacon North is a residential area located in the northwest of Chester, within the Cheshire West and Chester local authority. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is situated close to the Welsh border, providing easy access to both Chester city centre and nearby rural areas. Local amenities include schools, parks, and community centres, catering to families and long-term residents.

Transport links in Blacon North are well-served by bus routes connecting to Chester and surrounding areas. The area has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities organised by local groups. Nearby green spaces, such as Blacon Recreation Ground, offer outdoor leisure opportunities. While largely residential, the area is within a short distance of retail and employment hubs in Chester, making it a practical location for commuters.

Area overview

On average Blacon North has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 40.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Blacon North is £34,300 per year. There are 1 schools in Blacon North: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
40.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Blacon North Population
6,243
Population density
4,208 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,597
89.61%
Other White
312
5%
Irish
42
0.67%
Other Asian
39
0.62%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
38
0.61%
Total population: 6,246

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
719
28.01%
Owns with a mortgage
616
24%
Owns outright
613
23.88%
Social rents from council
295
11.49%
Private landlord or letting agency
277
10.79%
Total households: 2,567

Property prices in Blacon North

Based on 39 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Blacon North area, with individual transactions ranging from £42,000 up to £290,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Blacon North in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Blacon North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£240,000
Flats1£107,500
Semi-Detached20£188,500
Terraced13£170,000

10 years median price trend in Blacon North

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Blacon North.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.