Northop, Mold, CH7 6BQ

Northop is a village, community and electoral ward situated in Flintshire, Wales, approximately 12 miles west of the city of Chester, midway between Mold and Flint, and situated just off junction 33 of the A55 North Wales Expressway. At the 2001 Census, the population of Northop was 2,983, increasing to 3,049 at the 2011 census. The community includes Sychdyn. The locality is characterised by its small‑town feel and close proximity to larger urban centres, offering residents a balance between rural tranquillity and accessibility to urban amenities. The village’s position on a major expressway provides straightforward transport links, while its inclusion in the electoral ward indicates a defined local governance structure. Overall, Northop presents a modest, well‑connected community within the broader Flintshire region.