Plas Maen Drive is in Cefn Y Bedd, Wrexham and in Flintshire district. LL12 9UY is located in the Llanfynydd 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 Plas Maen Drive, Cefn Y Bedd, Wrexham, LL12 9UY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL12 9YE, LL12 9TS, LL12 9YA, LL12 9SG, LL12 9YD, LL12 9YB, LL12 9UT, LL12 9UU, LL12 9UL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL12 9UY has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 46.2% | 49% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 53.8% | 51% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 9UY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.9% 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 | 22.9% | 22.6% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 59.9% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 15.7% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 6.7% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 8.7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 45.8% | 49.2% | 3.4% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 32% | 32.4% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 14% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 2.7% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 20.8% | 13.9% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 9.2% | -0.3% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 13.1% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.2% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 15.1% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.6% | 40.2% | 8.6% | 33.8% | 6.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.2% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.7% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 97.6% | 97.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Plas Maen Drive was 50.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.4% lower than the Caergwrle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Plas Maen Drive has the 9th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Caergwrle and the 245th highest crime rate of 502 local areas in Flintshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lodge Plas Maen Drive, Wrexham, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2007-08-31 | £244,714 |
| Gable Cottage Plas Maen Drive, Wrexham, Flintshire Detached, an established residential building | £57,250 | 1995-08-23 | £265,692 |
LL12 9UY 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 9UY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abermorddu C.P. School Cymau Road , Caergwrle LL12 9DH | - not rated | 415 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Estyn C.P. Hawarden Road , Hope LL12 9NL | - not rated | 1,965 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Castell Alun High School Fagl Lane , Hope LL12 9PY | - not rated | 2,482 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Community Primary School School Road , Llay LL12 0TR | - not rated | 2,580 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Aided Primary School Ael Y Bryn , Brymbo LL11 5DA | - not rated | 2,798 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ffrwd Inn | Ffrwd Inn, The Ffrwd | 1,080 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 50.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.