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About

Handbridge Park is a ward located in the southern part of Chester, within the Cheshire West and Chester unitary authority. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types ranging from Victorian terraces to modern developments. It sits close to the River Dee, offering scenic views and easy access to riverside walks. The ward includes local amenities such as schools, shops, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents.

Handbridge Park is known for its proximity to Chester city centre, making it a convenient location for commuting and leisure. The area has a strong community feel, with active local groups and events. Green spaces like Handbridge Park itself provide recreational opportunities, while the nearby River Dee is popular for walking and outdoor activities. The ward’s mix of urban convenience and natural surroundings makes it a practical choice for families and professionals.

Area overview

On average Handbridge Park has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Handbridge Park is £51,620 per year. There are 5 schools in Handbridge Park: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 3 secondary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
63
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
5.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Handbridge Park Population
9,428
Population density
1,043.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,048
85.37%
Other White
454
4.82%
Indian
146
1.55%
Other Asian
123
1.3%
Irish
119
1.26%
Total population: 9,427

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,992
46%
Owns with a mortgage
1,207
27.88%
Private landlord or letting agency
743
17.16%
Other social rented
172
3.97%
Social rents from council
120
2.77%
Total households: 4,330

Property prices in Handbridge Park

Based on 160 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Handbridge Park area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £2,500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Handbridge Park 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 Handbridge Park over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached64£529,500
Flats17£220,000
Semi-Detached42£355,000
Terraced37£250,000

10 years median price trend in Handbridge Park

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Handbridge Park.

All postcodes in Handbridge Park

CH47FR

Dodleston, Tattenhall & Duddon

CH47GT

Dodleston, Tattenhall & Duddon

CH47JY

Edgar Place

CH47PL

Boxmoor Close

CH47QX

Claypit Road

CH47AP

Bottoms Lane

CH47BJ

Chandos Close

CH47DE

Bradford Street

CH47JB

Handbridge

CH47QN

Ash Grove

CH47QQ

Ash Grove

CH48BE

Greensway

CH47AY

Elizabeth Crescent

CH47AZ

Bottoms Lane

CH47DX

Allington Place

CH47FA

Devana Gardens

CH48AH

Rothesay Road

CH48LB

Hough Green

CH48LL

Chester Handbridge Park

CH47BY

Devonshire Place

CH47DF

Bradford Street

CH47DN

Prenton Place

CH47FN

Dodleston, Tattenhall & Duddon

CH47GE

Dodleston, Tattenhall & Duddon

CH47GJ

Dodleston, Tattenhall & Duddon

CH47LD

Hugh Street

CH47QS

Castle Croft Road

CH48EF

Waltham Place

CH47BW

Devonshire Place

CH47EN

Handbridge

CH47FH

Dodleston, Tattenhall & Duddon

CH47FS

Dodleston, Tattenhall & Duddon

CH47HG

College Green

CH47ND

Rowcliffe Avenue

CH47BX

Meadows Lane

CH47JJ

Mill Street

CH47RJ

Bartholomew Way

CH48JB

Westminster Avenue

CH47AR

Bottoms Lane

CH47BH

Meadows Lane

CH47GQ

Dodleston, Tattenhall & Duddon

CH47JH

Mill Street

CH47QJ

Meadow Field Road

CH47QR

Eaton Road

CH48AP

Curzon Park North

CH48JA

Hough Green

CH48HS

Alun Crescent

CH48JR

Hough Green

Data Sources

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