Conservation Area: Upton Park (Chester) Conservation Area (077)

Located on a flat land two miles north of Chester, Upton Park is a Victorian private residential estate, now surrounded by modern residential development. However, an almost rural feel has been maintained distinguishing it from its surroundings. Its singular narrow oval road bordered on both sides by high hedgerows as well as its mix of architectural styles are the key features of the conservation area. Most buildings are two to two and a half storeys high, with mainly slate or clay tile pitched roofs, detached or semi-detached with varied orientation and set-backs from the highway. Upton Park architectural styles stretch from late Victorian, though Arts and Crafts to contemporary infills. There is a considerable variation in the appearance of each building. However, many of the buildings original to the estate have common features in their design and style. This creates a strong contrast with the more recent infill buildings.