Broughton Heights is in Pentre Broughton, Wrexham and in Wrexham district. LL11 6BX is located in the Bryn Cefn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd South. This postcode has been in use since 2006-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broughton Heights, Pentre Broughton, Wrexham, LL11 6BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL11 6BQ, LL11 6AN, LL11 6BA, LL11 6EB, LL11 6BD, LL11 6DF, LL11 6EZ, LL11 6EJ, LL11 6BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL11 6BX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 49.4% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 49.3% | 50.6% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.8% | 40.2% | 6.4% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 43.2% | -4.6% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 11.2% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 4.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.6% | 48.1% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 34.9% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 12.3% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.7% | 14.8% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 13.4% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 18.3% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.2% | 20.8% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 25.7% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.2% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99.1% | 97.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 97.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broughton Heights was 33.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.9% lower than the Brymbo average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broughton Heights has the 9th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Brymbo and the 117th lowest crime rate of 413 local areas in Wrexham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Broughton Heights, Wrexham, Wrexham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-10-08 | £230,000 |
| 7 Broughton Heights, Wrexham, Wrexham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-12-12 | £165,151 |
| 45 Broughton Heights, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £111,000 | 2024-11-22 | £116,622 |
| 17 Broughton Heights, Wrexham, Wrexham Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-09-25 | £190,213 |
| 10 Broughton Heights, Wrexham, Wrexham Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-03-17 | £238,222 |
LL11 6BX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 177 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 48 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 41 |
| Construction | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Lane C.P. School Long Lane , Pentre Broughton LL11 6BT | - not rated | 220 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Aided Primary School Ael Y Bryn , Brymbo LL11 5DA | - not rated | 908 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Heulfan Sunny View , Gwersylit LL11 4HS | - not rated | 1,182 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brynteg County School Maesteg , Brynteg LL11 6NB | - not rated | 1,344 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Alyn Church Street , Gwersyllt LL11 4HB | - not rated | 1,425 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| On Par cuisine | Moss Valley Golf Course Moss Road, Moss | 591 yd | |
| Eat With Kev @ Wilkinsons Eatery | Brymbo And Tanyfron Enterprise Centre Blast Road, Brymbo | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Foxes Inn | Cross Foxes Inn High Street, Pentre Broughton | 432 yd | |
| Y Tai | Y Tai Railway Road, Brymbo | 633 yd | |
| Crown Inn | Crown Inn Top Road, Summerhill | 856 yd | |
| Brymbo Conservative Club | 17 High Street, Brymbo | 939 yd | |
| The Miners Arms | Miners Arms High Street, Brymbo | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Ocean | 27 High Street, Pentre Broughton | 345 yd | |
| Sun wah | 97 First Avenue, Gwersyllt | 1,086 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.