Vicarage Lane is in Gresford, Wrexham and in Wrexham Maelor district. LL12 8UW is located in the Gresford East and West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wrexham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vicarage Lane, Gresford, Wrexham, LL12 8UW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL12 8UP, LL12 8NF, LL12 8UR, LL12 8NE, LL12 8NW, LL12 8UN, LL12 8UL, LL12 8NB, LL12 8NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL12 8UW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 51.4% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46% | 48.6% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 25.4% | 31.5% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 42.8% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 14% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 16.2% | 9.3% | -6.9% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 47.2% | 45.8% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 27.6% | 34.4% | 6.8% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 12.8% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 4.2% | -4.5% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 | 25% | 16.5% | -8.5% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 7.5% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.6% | 9.8% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 8.3% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 14.2% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.9% | 42.9% | 1.0% | 33.8% | 9.1% |
| Other | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 99% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 97.5% | 96.9% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 96.9% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vicarage Lane was 35.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.0% lower than the Gresford East and West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vicarage Lane has the 9th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Gresford East and West and the 129th lowest crime rate of 413 local areas in Wrexham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swn-Y-Coed Vicarage Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Detached, an established residential building | £433,000 | 2023-04-26 | £445,823 |
| 1 Vicarage Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-08-21 | £174,101 |
| Fairhaven Vicarage Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2018-10-01 | £404,729 |
| Tynged Vicarage Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2017-09-21 | £480,962 |
| Allington Hall Vicarage Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Other, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2014-11-07 | £181,714 |
LL12 8UW 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 8UW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Primary School School Hill , Gresford LL12 8RW | - not rated | 488 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Rofft C.P. School Wynnstay Lane , Marford LL12 8LA | - not rated | 1,055 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Barker's Lane C.P. School Barker's Lane , LL13 9TP | - not rated | 2,028 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Community Primary School School Road , Llay LL12 0TR | - not rated | 2,532 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wat's Dyke C.P. School Garden Village , LL11 2TE | - not rated | 3,220 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough | The Plough, 44 Chester Road, Gresford | 121 yd | |
| Gresford Fish Bar | 23 Chester Road, Gresford | 155 yd | |
| Alf Jones Cycles | 82 Chester Road, Gresford | 332 yd | |
| The Beeches | The Beeches, Gresford | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Griffin Inn | Griffin Inn The Green, Gresford | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh And Tasty | Shop, 48 Chester Road, Gresford | 103 yd | |
| Golden city | 46 Chester Road, Gresford | 106 yd | |
| Yew Tree Takeaway | Fish And Chip Shop High Street, Gresford | 395 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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 | 43.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.