Penyffordd, Chester, CH4 0AJ

Penyffordd, or Pen‑y‑ffordd, is a village and community in Flintshire, Wales, situated to the south east of Buckley and to the west of Chester. The name derives from the Welsh Pen Y Ffordd, roughly translated as ‘the highest or furthest point of the road’. According to the 2001 Census the resident population was 3,715, increasing to 3,874 in 2011. The settlement lies within the CH 4 postal district, placing it within easy reach of the city of Chester while retaining a distinct village character. Its location on the road network suggests good connectivity, and the modest population growth indicates a stable, developing community. Residents benefit from the rural setting of Flintshire, with access to nearby towns and the larger urban amenities of Chester. The village’s Welsh heritage is reflected in its name and cultural identity.