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Location in FlintshireCalcoed sits where the marker shows within the county.

20,312
Population
8,639
Households
12
Schools nearby
£44,095
Avg. household income
725
Businesses
172
People per km²
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About Calcoed

Calcoed is a small village located in Flintshire, within the country of Wales. It lies in a rural area, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is situated near the border with Cheshire, and the nearby town of Mold is approximately five miles to the west. Calcoed is part of the CH8 postcode area, which covers a wide rural region in north-east Wales. The area is known for its peaceful environment and traditional Welsh countryside character. There are a number of residential properties in the village, with a mix of older stone-built homes and more modern dwellings. The local community is small but active, with regular events and gatherings held in the village hall. The surrounding landscape offers walking and cycling opportunities, with footpaths connecting to nearby villages and the wider countryside.

School Ratings in Calcoed

Families in Calcoed have access to 25 local schools.

House Prices in Calcoed

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 Calcoed

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Calcoed, with 24 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Healthcare in Calcoed

There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Calcoed, the nearest being Panton Surgery (1 miles away).

Property Prices 2,411 sales

Average Price £209K
£11K , £1.65M
Detached £284K 950
Semi £149K 820
Terraced £125K 406
Flat £125K 51

Household Income in Calcoed ONS 2023

The average total household income in Calcoed 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.

Calcoed £44,095
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £34,818.

Businesses in Calcoed ONS 2025

There are approximately 725 active businesses based in Calcoed, 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.

725 Total businesses
36 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Crime in Calcoed 87 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Calcoed 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 35
Anti-Social Behaviour 24
Criminal Damage & Arson 7
Other Theft 6
Drugs 4
Public Order 4
Shoplifting 2
Vehicle Crime 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Robbery 1
Other Crime 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Flint Train Station 4.5 miles
Neston Train Station 7.6 miles
West Kirby Train Station 8.1 miles
Heswall Train Station 8.3 miles
Prestatyn Train Station 8.7 miles
Shotton Train Station 9 miles

Location

Local Government

District Flintshire
Ward Holywell Central
Constituency Delyn
Parish Holywell

Home Ownership in Calcoed

Of the 8,726 households in and around Calcoed, 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%.

Owned 69% Social rented 17% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Calcoed.

Frequently Asked Questions about Calcoed

What is the population of Calcoed?
Calcoed has a population of approximately 20,312 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Calcoed?
The average property in and around Calcoed sold for about £209,444, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 40% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
What postcodes cover Calcoed?
Calcoed is covered by the CH8 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Calcoed?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Calcoed, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Calcoed?
The nearest railway station to Calcoed is Flint Train Station, about 4.5 miles away.