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About Axton
Axton is a small settlement located in Flintshire, within the country of Wales. It lies in the CH8 postcode area, situated in the north-east of the county. The area is primarily rural, with a mix of agricultural land and scattered residential properties. Axton is close to the border with England, and its proximity to the River Dee provides a natural feature of the local landscape. The village is part of the wider community of Overton, and the surrounding countryside offers quiet, open spaces ideal for walking and enjoying the local environment. While not a large settlement, Axton maintains a sense of community with nearby villages and benefits from its location within a region known for its historical sites and scenic views.
School Ratings in Axton
Families in Axton have access to 17 local schools.
House Prices in Axton
Homes sell for an average of £209K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £284K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Axton
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Axton, with 13 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in Axton
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Axton, the nearest being Park House Surgery (2.7 miles away).
Local Data for Axton
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Property Prices 2,411 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Axton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Axton is approximately £44,095 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,818. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,818.
Businesses in Axton ONS 2025
There are approximately 725 active businesses based in Axton, around 36 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Axton 98 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Axton is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Axton
Of the 8,726 households in and around Axton, 69% are owned, 17% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Axton.