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Blacon South

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About

Blacon South is a residential area located in the northern part of Chester, within the Cheshire West and Chester borough. 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 A55, providing easy access to Chester city center and nearby towns like Ellesmere Port.

The area includes local amenities such as schools, parks, and community centers, catering to families and long-term residents. Blacon South is bordered by open green spaces, including Westminster Park, offering recreational opportunities. Public transport links connect the area to Chester and surrounding regions, making it a practical choice for commuters.

Area overview

On average Blacon South has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 96 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 39.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Blacon South is £33,200 per year. There are 5 schools in Blacon South: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
96
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
39.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Blacon South Population
7,341
Population density
4,747.8 per km²

Demographics

British
6,495
88.48%
Other White
472
6.43%
Other
59
0.8%
African
42
0.57%
Indian
41
0.56%
Total population: 7,341

Housing

Other social rented
842
26.21%
Owns outright
835
26%
Owns with a mortgage
704
21.92%
Social rents from council
367
11.43%
Private landlord or letting agency
330
10.27%
Total households: 3,212

Property prices in Blacon South

Based on 50 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Blacon South area, with individual transactions ranging from £93,500 up to £430,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£255,000
Flats2£101,750
Semi-Detached28£200,000
Terraced11£160,000

10 years price trend in Blacon South

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/09/2025.