Poplar Road is in Penycae, Wrexham and in Wrexham district. LL14 2PY is located in the Penycae electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Poplar Road, Penycae, Wrexham, LL14 2PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL14 2PU, LL14 2PT, LL14 2SG, LL14 2RA, LL14 2RB, LL14 2PR, LL14 2RD, LL14 2RW, LL14 2RT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL14 2PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 48.4% | 49.1% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 51.6% | 50.9% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 29.4% | 30.4% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 51% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 10.1% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 53.8% | 45.6% | -8.2% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 31.1% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 13.1% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 8.5% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.5% | 23.5% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 14.2% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 12.6% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 10.5% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 15.4% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 22.3% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.6% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.1% | 99.3% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 96.8% | 95.8% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 17.2% | 13.5% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Poplar Road was 153.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 109.8% higher than the Coedpoeth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Poplar Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Coedpoeth and the 75th highest crime rate of 413 local areas in Wrexham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 111.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 74.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Poplar Road, Wrexham, Wrexham Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2016-04-29 | £360,416 |
| 1 Poplar Road, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2008-05-15 | £331,056 |
| 1 Poplar Road, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2002-04-26 | £339,605 |
| Brookside Poplar Road, Wrexham, Wrexham Detached, an established residential building | £43,000 | 2002-04-19 | £123,212 |
| 1 Poplar Road, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 1999-11-11 | £324,898 |
LL14 2PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Hooson Heol Caradoc , Pentredwr LL14 2DX | - not rated | 1,912 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol-Y-Grango Vinegar Hill , Rhos LL14 1EL | - not rated | 2,070 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Rhiwabon Ruabon , LL14 6BT | - not rated | 2,391 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Acrefair Tower View , LL14 3SH | - not rated | 2,654 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhosymedre Community Primary School Parc Road , Rhosymedre LL14 3EG | - not rated | 2,877 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penycae Football Club House | Pavilion Afoneitha Road, Penycae | 678 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Foxes | Cross Foxes Copperas Hill, Penycae | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yama oriental cuisine | Black Horse Inn Hall Street, Penycae | 224 yd | |
| Guan's Banquet House | Takeaway, 27 Afoneitha Road, Penycae | 736 yd | |
| Penycae Kebabs | Shop, 20 Coed Y Graig, Penycae | 1,014 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 33.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.16 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.