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Chester, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Chester is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 90,524. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
90,524 Population 9,937/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,687 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$52,687 median income, 4.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$333,416 home value, $1,317/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population90,524
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density9,937/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,687
Per Capita$52,687
Unemployment4.6%

Housing

B
Home Value$333,416
Rent$1,317
Ownership69.5%
Housing Units36,210

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.7%
High School+53.4%

Community

Population90,524
Population Density9,937 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates53.1905°, -2.8919°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation45.7 inches (1,161 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.2 inches (31 cm)
Median Household Income$52,687
Median Age43.9 years

About Chester

Chester is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 90,524. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Chester has a population of 90,524 with a density of 9,937 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 square miles. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (3.9%), with 2.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 4.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

90,524
Total Population
9,937
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above United Kingdom avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.9%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.1%

Social Characteristics

Chester vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Chester is $52,687, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,687 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,013, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 204 business establishments, including 75 restaurants. 31.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chester vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$52,687
30% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$52,687
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)204

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare16
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.8%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home31.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Chester is $333,416, 18% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,317 (13% above the national average of $1,163). 69.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 36,210 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$333,416
18% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,317
13% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.5%
Owner-Occupied69.5%
Renter-Occupied30.5%
Housing Units36,210

Property Tax

Climate in Chester

Chester has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.8°C), the coldest is Jan (4°C). Average annual precipitation is 983 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4°C / 39°F -2.3° / 11.1° 75.6
Feb 5.4°C / 42°F -1.7° / 12.8° 83.7
Mar 6.2°C / 43°F -1.6° / 15.6° 76.6
Apr 7.9°C / 46°F -1.2° / 17.8° 46.7
May 11.4°C / 52°F 3.6° / 20.3° 63.2
Jun 14.2°C / 58°F 5.9° / 24.8° 73.2
Jul 15.7°C / 60°F 8.6° / 26.3° 81.0
Aug 15.8°C / 60°F 8.1° / 25.2° 75.3
Sep 13.7°C / 57°F 5.9° / 23.3° 91.0
Oct 10.3°C / 51°F 3.3° / 17.6° 124.3
Nov 7°C / 45°F -0.5° / 14.5° 88.4
Dec 5.1°C / 41°F -2.3° / 12.3° 104.6
Chester experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The area receives 12.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.6 km²)
Population Density9,937/sq mi
Coordinates53.1905°N, 2.8919°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.7"
20% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 12.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

47 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 90 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 98 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 55 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 142 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 133 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 127 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 58 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 45 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 65 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 109 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 67 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 116 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 136 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 39 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 80 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 59 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 100 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 73 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 72 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
August 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in

Chester has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.7").

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35.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% above the national average of 33.7%. 53.4% have completed high school. 16 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.7%
6% above United Kingdom avg
High School+53.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9,937/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Services

Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants75
Retail Stores5

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.8%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home31.5%

Colleges & Universities in Chester

Institution Type Founded Website
Bangor University, Wrexham Campus University — —
Coleg Cambria Llysfasi College — Visit →
Coleg Cambria, Bersham Road Campus College — —
Coleg Cambria, Yale Campus College — Visit →
Coleg Cambria, Yale Reception College — —
Wrexham University University — Visit →
Wrexham University, School of Creative Arts University — —

Schools in Chester

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St David's High School — — — —
Overleigh St Mary's Church of England Primary School — — — —
Victoria Campus — — — —
The Catholic High School — — — —
Chester Blue Coat Church of England Primary School — — — —
St Clare's Catholic Primary School — — — —
Lache Primary School — — — —
Huntington Community Primary School — — — —
Dee Banks School — — — —
English in Chester — — — —
The Queen's School (Senior School) — — — —
Abbey School for Exceptional Children — — — —
St Anthony's R.C. Primary School — — — —
Belgrave Primary School — — — —
The King's School — — — —
The Bishops' Blue Coat Church of England High School — — — —
Saltney Wood Memorial C.P. School — — — —
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Chester

26 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Deepvibes Radio deep house, mixes MP3 320 kbps
HearMe 2010s pop music — MP3
Radio Northwich local information, local music MP3 128 kbps
Bolton FM community, local MP3 128 kbps
Beatles Radio (MP3) (US) 1960s, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - 2020s Pop Music 2020s pop music MP3
Liverpool Live Radio — MP3
Beware! The Radio — MP3 192 kbps
Taiyabah Masjid islamic, masjid MP3 128 kbps
Dune Radio — MP3
Hereme 2000s pop 2000's, pop MP3
Mighty Radio Southport dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Alty — MP3 192 kbps
Radio Leyland — MP3 128 kbps
Juice Liverpool — AAC+ 96 kbps
Mersey Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Arrowe Sound pop music, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Dazzle FM — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Broadgreen ac, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
Radio General (Warrington Hospital Radio) — MP3 128 kbps
Domes FM — AAC 64 kbps
Merseyland Alternative Radio classic rock, eclectic programming MP3 128 kbps
Panacea Radio funk, groove MP3
Circl8 Radio — MP3 320 kbps
Wrexham Premier Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Hearme - 80s rock 80d rock, 80’s rock MP3

Museums in Chester

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Buckley Library
Catalyst Museum
Cheshire Military Museum
Dewa Roman Experience
Erddig Hall
Eureka! Science + Discovery
Eureka! Science + Discovery
Garstang Museum
Garstang Museum
Grosvenor Museum
Hadlow Road Station
International Slavery Museum
International Slavery Museum
Liverpool Beatles Museum
Liverpool Beatles Museum
Liverpool FC Museum
Liverpool FC Museum
Merseyside Maritime Museum
Merseyside Maritime Museum
Museum of Liverpool
Museum of Liverpool
National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port
National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port
Norton Priory
Port Sunlight Museum
Port Sunlight Museum
Prescot Museum
Rainhill Railway Museum
Seized! The Border and Customs uncovered
Seized! The Border and Customs uncovered
Sick To Death
Stori Brymbo
Strawberry Field
Strawberry Field
Stretton Water Mill
Sudley House
Sudley House
The Beatles Story
The Beatles Story
The Hardmans' House
The Hardmans' House
Transport Museum
Transport Museum
U-Boat Story
U-Boat Story
U-Boat Story
U-boat Story
U-boat Story
Victoria Gallery & Museum
Victoria Gallery & Museum
Western Approaches
Western Approaches
Whitchurch Heritage Centre
Williamson Art Gallery & Museum
Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre
Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre
Wirral Archives
Wirral Archives
World Museum Liverpool
World Museum Liverpool
Wrexham and District Society of Model Engineers
Wrexham Archives
Wrexham Museum
Xplore! Science Discovery Centre

Libraries in Chester

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aldham Robarts Library0.0
Aldham Robarts Library0.0
Allerton Library0.0
Avril Robarts Library - LJMU0.0
Avril Robarts Library - LJMU0.0
Birkenhead Central0.0
Birkenhead Central0.0
Blacon Libary0.0
Bromborough Civic Hall & Library0.0
Bromborough Civic Hall & Library0.0
Brymbo Library0.0
Buckley Library0.0
Burtonwood Library0.0
Cefn Mawr Library0.0
Chester Lane Library0.0
Chester Library0.0
Childwall Library0.0
Childwall Library0.0
Coleg Cambria, Yale Library0.0
Connah's Quay Library and Learning Centre0.0
Eastham Library0.0
Eastham Library0.0
Ellesmere Port Library0.0
Flint Library0.0
Frodsham Library0.0
Garden City Library0.0
Garston Library and One Stop Shop0.0
Garston Library and One Stop Shop0.0
Gladstone's Library0.0
Greasby Library0.0
Greasby Library0.0
Great Boughton Library0.0
Harold Cohen Library0.0
Helsby Community Library0.0
Heswall Library0.0
Higher Bebington Library0.0
Higher Bebington Library0.0
Huyton Library and Knowsley Culture Hub0.0
Irby Library0.0
Irby Library0.0
Kensington Library0.0
Leasowe Library0.0
Leasowe Library0.0
Library0.0
Little Sutton Library and Community Centre0.0
Liverpool Central Library0.0
Liverpool Central Library0.0
Mancot Community Library0.0
Moreton Library One Stop Shop0.0
Mynydd Isa0.0
Neston Library0.0
Old Swan Library0.0
Overton Library0.0
Penketh Library0.0
Pensby Library0.0
Picton Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Rainhill Community Library0.0
Runcorn Library0.0
Runcorn Library0.0
Seaborne Library0.0
Sefton Park Library0.0
St James Library0.0
St James Library0.0
Sydney Jones Library0.0
Tarporley Community High School Library0.0
Tattenhall Library0.0
Thatto Heath Library0.0
Toxteth Library0.0
Upton library0.0
Vicars Cross Library0.0
Wallasey Central Library0.0
Wallasey Village Library0.0
Wallasey Village Library0.0
Widnes Library0.0
Woolton Library0.0
Wrexham Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Chester

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Birkenhead Market
Butchers' Market
Chester Market
Ellesmere Port Indoor Market
General Market
Greatie Market
Greatie Market
Greatie Market
Market Square
Monument Place Market
Monument Place Market
Monument Place Market
New Ferry Village Hall
New Ferry Village Hall
New Ferry Village Hall
Prescot Indoor Market
Red Brick Market
St John's Market
Tuebrook Market
Tuebrook Market
Tuebrook Market
Widnes Market

Hotels in Chester

13 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Abode Chester
Bridge Street Townhouse
Coach House
Crowne Plaza
Express by Holiday Inn Chester Racecourse
Grosvenor Hotel & Spa
Leonardo Hotel
Macdonald New Blossoms Hotel
Mill Hotel & Spa
Premier Inn Chester City Centre
Travelodge
Travelodge Chester
Twenty Two

Restaurants in Chester

70 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1539 Restaurant And Bar
Bar Lounge
Bella Italia
Biryani mama
Blue Lagoon
Bollicini
Bombay Palace
Boujee
Carbonara
Carluccio's
Chai Station
Chester Charcoal Grill
Chester Tandori
Coconut Grove
Cosy Club
Côte Brasserie
Covino
Da Noi
Duttons
Falafel Xpress
Forfutures
Frodsham's Grill
Gate of India
Guroma
Hamayuu
Hickorys Smokehouse
Istanbul BBQ
Karai Lounge
La Fattoria
Love Masala
Miller & Carter
Moules a go-go
Nando's
Naughty Badger
Nine Elephants
North Light
Oddfellows
Off The Waffle
Opera
Pacinos
Panda Mami
Pars Kahve
Pichana
Picolino Chester
Pink Lettuce
PizzaExpress
Porta
Ristorante Sergio
Ruan Orchid
Russell's Thai Tapas
Salt House
Stile Napoletano
Takamee
Thai Baan
Thai by Thai
The Ballroom @ Booth Mansion
The Brasserie at The Grosvenor
The Church
The Commonhall Social
The Red House
The Sandbar Seafood Shack
The Slow Boat
The Yard
Turtle Bay
Upstairs @ Urbano 32
Upstairs at the Grill
Urbano 32
Vegan House
Wabisaki
Zizzi

Cafes in Chester

58 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

200°
Arista Coffee
Arthouse Cafe
Bean & Cole
Blinkers Brunch Bar
Bridge Cafe & Bistro
Bridge Street Coffee
Brook Street Cafe & Bistro
Brown Sugar
Bubble Tea Bar
Burlingtons
Cafe 1092
Cafe at the walls
Café Gate
Cafe L'Alba
Caffè Nero
Caffè Nero
Caffè Nero
Canteen
Caramel
Caramel
Chalk Coffee
Chatwins
Chez Jules
Cinderbox Coffee
Costa
Crumb and comfort
Dee Dee's Cafe
Dial House Community Cafe
Dippd
Fork & Flavour
Hesed
Huxleys
Jaunty Goat
Jaunty Goat
Katies Tea Rooms
Little Roodee Cafe
Marmalade
Mistral
Moss Coffee
Obscure Coffee
Olive Tree Brasserie
Palm Chester
Panini Press
Panna Coffee
Pic Nic
Rainbow Tea Rooms
Snugburys
Starbucks
Starbucks
Sweet Elements
The Flower Cup
The Kitchen
The Lodge
The Moorings
The Riverside Takeaway
Tim Hortons
Zügers

Cinemas in Chester

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chester Picturehouse

Theatres in Chester

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chester Forum Theatre
Storyhouse

Monuments in Chester

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Richard, Second Marquis of Westminster
Victoria Statue
War Memorial

Castles in Chester

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chester Castle

Clinics in Chester

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #3062938791
Well Travelled Clinic

Dentists in Chester

6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Foregate Street Dental Clinic
Love the Dentist
mydentist
Overleigh Orthodontics
Talking Teeth
White House Dental Practice

Train Stations in Chester

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grosvenor Park Miniature Railway

Bus Stations in Chester

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chester Bus Interchange

Gas Stations in Chester

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asda Handbridge Express Petrol
Morrisons
Shell

Banks in Chester

13 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of America Phase 5
Halifax
HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
Metro Bank
Nationwide
NatWest
Principality Building Society
Santander
Skipton Building Society
Virgin Money
Yorkshire Building Society
Yorkshire Building Society

Gyms in Chester

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FitnessSuite
Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing
The Gym Group Chester City Centre

Golf Courses in Chester

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chester Golf Club
Westminster Park Municipal Golf Course

Breweries in Chester

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Azvex
Carnival Brewing Company
Love Lane Brewery
Peerless Brewing Company
Spitting Feathers Brewery
Weetwood Brewery
Wrexham Lager Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Chester

TeamLeagueDivision
Anfield
Goodison Park
Hill Dickinson Stadium
Prenton Park

Ski Resorts Near Chester

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Snow Centre Manchester 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Chill Factor e 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Chester

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
RAF Cosford—Medium Airport
RAF Shawbury—Medium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Arley Airfield—Small Airport
Ash House Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Ashcroft Airfield—Small Airport
Breidden Airfield—Small Airport
Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip—Small Airport
Bryn Gates Airfield—Small Airport
Bryngwyn Bach Airfield—Small Airport
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield—Small Airport
Chipping Airfield—Small Airport
Chirk Airfield—Small Airport
Clotton airstrip UL—Small Airport
Dairy House Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Ditton Priors Airstrip—Small Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip UL—Small Airport
Forest Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Frandley House Airstrip—Small Airport
Hawksview Airstrip—Small Airport
Haydock Park Airstrip—Small Airport
Higher Barn Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Ince Blundell Microlight Airfield—Small Airport
Kenyon Hall Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club—Small Airport
Longford Airstrip—Small Airport
Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Manchester Barton Aerodrome—Small Airport
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Midland Glider Club—Small Airport
Mill Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Mitton Airstrip—Small Airport
Moss Edge Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Nantclwyd Airstrip—Small Airport
North Wales Gliding Club—Small Airport
Pear Tree Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Pencraig Airstrip—Small Airport
Peplow Airstrip—Small Airport
Pilling Sands Microlight—Small Airport
RAF Woodvale—Small Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Saint Michaels Airfield—Small Airport
Sandford Hall Airstrip—Small Airport
Seighford Glider Field—Small Airport
Shifnal Airfield—Small Airport
Sleap Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Chester

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Chester Post Office
Huntington Post Office
Northgate Street Post Office
Saltney Post Office
Westminster Park Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chester

26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathedral Church of Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary
Catholic Church of Saint Francis of Assisi
Chester 1st Spiritualist Church
Christ Church
Christian Science Church
Church of Saint Thomas of Canterbury
City Road Presbyterian Church
Guild Church of St. Peter
Northgate Church
Penri Memorial Chapel
Quaker Meeting House
Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church
Saint Mary Without-the-Walls
Saint Werburgh's
Saltney Methodist Church
Salvation Army Chester
St Anthony of Padua Catholic Church
St Clare's Church
St John the Baptist
St Lukes
St. Mark's Parish Church Saltney
St. Olave's Church
University Chapel
Welsh Presbyterian Church
Wesley Methodist Church
Zion Tabernacle

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

Around Chester

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 46
Hospitals 3
Pharmacies 13
Restaurants 75
Cafes 67
Bars 20
Supermarkets 5
Banks 11
Museums 2
Hotels 10
Libraries 5
Parks 60
Places of Worship 5

Things to See Near Chester

89 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (40)
  • • Burton Point Hillfort
  • • Caer Estyn Hillfort
  • • Castle Cob
  • • Denhall Colliery Mineshaft
  • • Denhall Colliery Mineshaft
  • + 35 more
🏰 Castles (10)
  • • Beeston Castle
  • • Blobb Hill Castle
  • • Bolesworth Castle
  • • Castell Ewloe
  • • Chester Castle
  • + 5 more
🛡️ Forts (1)
  • • Replica Roman Fort
🖼️ Galleries (2)
  • • Euphoric arts
  • • The Carlton Gallery
🗼 Lighthouses (1)
  • • Ellesmere Port Lighthouse
⛰️ Peaks (24)
  • • Beeston Crag
  • • Birch Hill
  • • Bradley Hill
  • • Burwardsley Hill
  • • Caer Estyn
  • + 19 more
🏛️ Ruins (6)
  • • Caergwrle Castle
  • • Denhall Quay
  • • Hypocaust
  • • Pill box
  • • Pulford Castle
  • + 1 more
🌄 Viewpoints (5)
  • • Burton Point
  • • DDL
  • • Helsby Hill
  • • The Belvedere
  • • Waun-y-Llyn

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chester

What is the population of Chester?

Chester has a population of 90,524 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9,937 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Chester expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,687, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $333,416 (18% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,317 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Chester?

Chester has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches, with 12.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chester?

Chester has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,013. There are 204 business establishments in the area, including 75 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Chester?

The median home value in Chester is $333,416. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,317. The homeownership rate is 69.5%.

How are the schools in Chester?

35.7% of adults in Chester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 53.4% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Chester?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chester is 3.9% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 2.6% Asian. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home. 4.5% of the population are military veterans. 5.2% of residents have a disability.

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