South Lane is in Ponciau, Wrexham and in Wrexham district. LL14 1RL is located in the Rhos electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Lane, Ponciau, Wrexham, LL14 1RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL14 1RN, LL14 1DU, LL14 1RH, LL14 1ED, LL14 1RF, LL14 1RP, LL14 1RW, LL14 1RE, LL14 1BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL14 1RL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 51.2% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 52.5% | 48.8% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 34.1% | 39.5% | 5.4% | 37.9% | 1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.9% | 36.3% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -7.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.8% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 14.9% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 6.8% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 48.8% | 43.1% | -5.7% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 32.6% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 18% | 5.7% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 22.4% | 24.8% | 2.4% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 9.9% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 18.8% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 12.8% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 23.4% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.2% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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 African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.4% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97.9% | 98.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 98.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 42.5% | 46.2% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Lane was 133.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 121.0% higher than the Esclusham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
South Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Esclusham and the 94th highest crime rate of 413 local areas in Wrexham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 South Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2024-03-28 | £108,544 |
| Bron Y Wawr South Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-11-02 | £147,974 |
| Bron Y Wawr South Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £84,250 | 2022-03-21 | £94,770 |
| Ger Y Parc South Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-04-14 | £182,432 |
| Noddfa, 15A South Lane, Wrexham, Wrexham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2020-10-23 | £138,810 |
LL14 1RL 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol-Y-Grango Vinegar Hill , Rhos LL14 1EL | - not rated | 277 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Hooson Heol Caradoc , Pentredwr LL14 2DX | - not rated | 415 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Rhiwabon Ruabon , LL14 6BT | - not rated | 3,029 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhostyllen C.P. School School Street , Rhostyllen LL14 4AN | - not rated | 3,088 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Maesyllan Maesyllan Lane , Ruabon LL14 6AE | - not rated | 3,328 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theatre Stiwt | The Stiwt Theatre Broad Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 250 yd | |
| Rhos Caffi & Sandwich Bar | Unit 2, Central Court, 26 Market Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 427 yd | |
| The Community Cafe | Cafe, Berlin House, 46 Market Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 519 yd | |
| Black Lion Inn | Black Lion Inn Church Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 728 yd | |
| Dorothy's Tea Room | 18 High Street, Johnstown | 857 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hafod Colliery Social Club | Miners Institute Broad Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 250 yd | |
| Rhos Snooker Club | Club, Central Court, 26 Market Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 427 yd | |
| Railway Inn | Railway Inn Smith Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 495 yd | |
| Sun Inn | Sun Inn Hall Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 518 yd | |
| The Grapes | The Grapes Maelor Road, Johnstown | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Fortune | Rhoslyn Hall Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 398 yd | |
| Rhos Kebab House | Unit 1, Central Court, 26 Market Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 427 yd | |
| Stevie's Fast Food | 13A Market Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 460 yd | |
| Bamboo Take-Away | 83 Market Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 569 yd | |
| Oriental Tandoori Takeaway | 10 Church Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 577 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Retail | Coop Food Store Market Street, Rhosllanerchrugog | 452 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 | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| 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 | 36.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 63.17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 63.17 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.74 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.