The Chimes is in Wrexham and in Wrexham district. LL13 8EF is located in the Smithfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wrexham. This postcode has been in use since 2005-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Chimes, Wrexham, LL13 8EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL13 8EH, LL13 8EL, LL13 8ER, LL13 8EP, LL13 8EE, LL13 8ES, LL13 8EJ, LL13 8EG, LL13 8EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL13 8EF has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 44.3% | 47.9% | 3.6% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 55.7% | 52.1% | -3.6% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LL13 8EF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 52.6% | 54.9% | 2.3% | 37.9% | 17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 28.7% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -15.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 8.2% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 50.4% | 47.2% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 34.3% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 15.6% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.6% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 23.2% | 24.8% | 1.6% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 11.6% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 12.8% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 11% | 9.4% | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 11% | -1.4% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 26% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -7.8% |
| Other | 15.9% | 2.8% | -13.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.9% | 87.8% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 6.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 59.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.9% | 59.2% | -9.7% | 83.2% | -24.0% |
| European Union | 25.8% | 30.3% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 24.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 3.7% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 4.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.4% | 59.1% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -24.1% |
| 10+ Years | 7% | 15.2% | 8.2% | 9.8% | 5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 11.9% | 14.7% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 11.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.8% | 6.6% | -3.2% | 2.2% | 4.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 4.5% | 1.7% | 1.9% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 47.6% | 76.7% | -29.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 24.1% | 1.3% | 22.8% |
| Other EU countries | 4.5% | 1.5% | 3.0% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 17.2% | 13.5% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 3.7% | 6.5% | -2.8% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Chimes was 166.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.4% higher than the Hermitage average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Chimes has the 11th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Hermitage and the 68th highest crime rate of 413 local areas in Wrexham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 The Chimes, Wrexham, Wrexham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2014-08-19 | £112,734 |
| 10 The Chimes, Wrexham, Wrexham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2014-02-28 | £118,509 |
| 1 The Chimes, Wrexham, Wrexham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2011-07-13 | £138,528 |
| 8 The Chimes, Wrexham, Wrexham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £89,995 | 2007-07-28 | £93,438 |
| 7 The Chimes, Wrexham, Wrexham Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £105,950 | 2006-09-20 | £113,284 |
LL13 8EF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 192 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 91 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Giles VC Church in Wales Primary School Mederia Hill , LL13 7HD | - not rated | 756 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra C.P. School Park Avenue , Bodhyfryd LL12 7AZ | - not rated | 767 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Lea Road , LL13 7NA | - not rated | 824 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cae'r Gwenyn Prince Charles Road , LL13 8TH | - not rated | 929 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hafod - y - Wern Community Primary School Deva Way , Cala Park LL13 9HD | - not rated | 1,008 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mecca Bingo Ltd | Mecca Bingo Hall Smithfield Road | 167 yd | |
| Anise | 1 Smithfield Road | 225 yd | |
| Nandos | 39 Eagles Meadow | 288 yd | |
| Heart Rock | 29 Eagles Meadow | 324 yd | |
| Tenpin (Take 10) | 37 Eagles Meadow | 348 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrexham & District War Memorial Club Ltd | Wrexham War Memorial Club Farndon Street | 477 yd | |
| Magic Dragon Brewery Tap | 13 Charles Street | 510 yd | |
| Square Bar | Market Street | 536 yd | |
| Royal oak | 34 - 35 High Street | 653 yd | |
| Ted's Bar | 36 High Street | 657 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow House Takeaway | 86 Smithfield Road | 47 yd | |
| Marmaris Kebab | 84 Smithfield Road | 50 yd | |
| The Chip Shop | Caia Fryer, Queens Court Complex Queensway | 397 yd | |
| TSK Wrexham Extra | Tesco Stores Ltd Crescent Road | 404 yd | |
| Subway | 35 St Georges Crescent | 411 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd Crescent Road | 404 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 95 Kingsmills Road | 506 yd | |
| Chata Polska | 12 - 15 St Georges Crescent | 509 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Supermarket Salop Road | 534 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Superstore Holt Road | 684 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.