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Location in FlintshireBuckley/Bwcle sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Buckley/Bwcle
Buckley, located in Flintshire, Wales, is a town within the CH7 postcode area. It lies in the north-east of Wales, close to the border with England. The town has a mix of residential areas and local amenities, including shops, schools, and community facilities. Buckley is situated near the A55 expressway, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities such as Chester and Wrexham. The area has a long history linked to coal mining, and remnants of this industrial past can still be seen in the local landscape. The town centre features a range of services and is served by regular bus routes. Buckley is part of the wider Wrexham County Borough, and its community life is supported by local organisations and events throughout the year.
School Ratings in Buckley/Bwcle
There are 48 schools in and around Buckley/Bwcle.
House Prices in Buckley/Bwcle
The average property price is £235K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £296K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Buckley/Bwcle
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Buckley/Bwcle, with 25 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Healthcare in Buckley/Bwcle
There are 8 GP surgeries within three miles of Buckley/Bwcle, the nearest being Bradley's Practice (0.1 miles away).
Local Data for Buckley/Bwcle
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Property Prices 6,731 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Buckley/Bwcle ONS 2023
The average total household income in Buckley/Bwcle is approximately £48,934 a year before tax, 12% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,721. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,721.
Businesses in Buckley/Bwcle ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,762 active businesses based in Buckley/Bwcle, around 36 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 23 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Buckley/Bwcle 137 crimes · May 2026
Buckley/Bwcle records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Buckley/Bwcle
Of the 21,843 households in and around Buckley/Bwcle, 77% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 12% 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 Buckley/Bwcle.