Castle Street is in Caergwrle, Wrexham and in Flintshire district. LL12 9DR is located in the Caergwrle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Alyn and Deeside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Castle Street, Caergwrle, Wrexham, LL12 9DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL12 9AQ, LL12 9DW, LL12 9BX, LL12 9DS, LL12 9ET, LL12 9AB, LL12 9HR, LL12 9EU, LL12 9AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL12 9DR 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 | 51% | 51.4% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49% | 48.6% | -0.4% | 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 | 38.6% | 39.6% | 1.0% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.2% | 33.5% | 1.3% | 44.2% | -10.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 6.9% | 3.3% | -3.6% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 15.4% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 6.3% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 7.7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 45.2% | 41.8% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 31% | 35.7% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 19.2% | 18.8% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 18.3% | 18.3% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 8.9% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 18.3% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 4.4% | -2.5% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 17.2% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 30.6% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.2% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.7% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.6% 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% | 98.6% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 98.6% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56% | 37.2% | 18.8% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Street was 64.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.3% lower than the Caergwrle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castle Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Caergwrle and the 195th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Somerset House Castle Street, Wrexham, Flintshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2016-05-27 | £56,754 |
| 6 Somerset House Castle Street, Wrexham, Flintshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2015-11-24 | £64,803 |
| 2 Somerset House Castle Street, Wrexham, Flintshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £46,000 | 2003-12-17 | £75,769 |
| 2 Somerset House Castle Street, Wrexham, Flintshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £37,000 | 1997-02-12 | £137,528 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Estyn C.P. Hawarden Road , Hope LL12 9NL | - not rated | 658 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Castell Alun High School Fagl Lane , Hope LL12 9PY | - not rated | 1,071 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Abermorddu C.P. School Cymau Road , Caergwrle LL12 9DH | - not rated | 1,106 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Community Primary School School Road , Llay LL12 0TR | - not rated | 3,251 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Aided Primary School Ael Y Bryn , Brymbo LL11 5DA | - not rated | 4,006 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honey's Bakery & Riverside Cafe | Honeys Bakery & Riverside Cafe, Bridge End | 371 yd | |
| Ocean Bangladeshi Restaurant and Takeaway | Ocean Bangladeshi Restaurant and Takeawa, 95 Hawarden Road | 468 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caergwrle Masonic Hall | Caergwrle Masonic Hall, High Street | 131 yd | |
| Ye Olde Castle Inn | Ye Olde Castle Inn, High Street | 191 yd | |
| Caergwrle Social Club | Caergwrle Social Club, Astoria Hall 40a | 225 yd | |
| Crown Inn | Crown Inn, 35 High Street | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TLJ Sandwich Bar and Deli | TLJ Sandwich Bar and Deli, 4 High Street | 90 yd | |
| Great Wall | Great Wall, 56 High Street | 315 yd | |
| Shamol Tandoori | Shamol Tandoori, 46 High Street | 315 yd | |
| Hope Pizza House | Hope Pizza House, 8 Hawarden Road | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Hawarden Road | 1,019 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.