Box Lane is in Wrexham and in Wrexham Maelor district. LL12 8BY is located in the Little Acton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wrexham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Box Lane, Wrexham, LL12 8BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL11 2SQ, LL12 8BT, LL12 8DG, LL12 8EF, LL12 8BS, LL11 2SN, LL12 7YH, LL12 8DA, LL11 2SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL12 8BY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 49% | 49.6% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51% | 50.4% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LL12 8BY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.6% | 25% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 58.9% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 14.7% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 7.1% | 3.6% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 8% | 7.1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.6% | 58.6% | 5.0% | 48.4% | 10.2% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 27.4% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 10.2% | -4.4% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 18.6% | 12.3% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 6.6% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 16.7% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 18.4% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.4% | 43% | 3.6% | 33.8% | 9.2% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.2% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 97.7% | 98.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% |
| Christian | 60.5% | 46.2% | 14.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Box Lane was 42.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.7% higher than the Garden Village average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Box Lane has the 16th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Garden Village and the 155th lowest crime rate of 413 local areas in Wrexham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Box Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-04-04 | £380,000 |
| 43 Box Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,606 | 2025-02-28 | £120,181 |
| 39 Box Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-05-13 | £295,445 |
| 45 Box Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2021-10-29 | £279,951 |
| 51 Box Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-01-14 | £287,615 |
LL12 8BY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LL12 8BY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wat's Dyke C.P. School Garden Village , LL11 2TE | - not rated | 614 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhosddu Primary School Price's Lane , Rhosddu LL11 2NB | - not rated | 1,033 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Plas Coch Ffordd Stansty , Plas Coch LL11 2BU | - not rated | 1,294 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Rhosnesni Rhosnesni Lane , LL13 9ET | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alexandra C.P. School Park Avenue , Bodhyfryd LL12 7AZ | - not rated | 1,437 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acton Park Hotel | Acton Park Hotel, 110 Chester Road | 218 yd | |
| The Four dogs | The Four Dogs Box Lane | 300 yd | |
| Cunliffe Arms | Cunliffe Arms Jeffreys Road | 628 yd | |
| The Snack Bar | Units At, 124 Rhosnesni Lane | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Of India | Shop, 34 Rhosnesni Lane | 814 yd | |
| Top Nosh | 37 Holyrood Crescent, Rhosddu | 828 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 68.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.