Groesfan is in Penycae, Wrexham and in Wrexham district. LL14 2RP is located in the Penycae and Ruabon South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Groesfan, Penycae, Wrexham, LL14 2RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL14 2RD, LL14 2LY, LL14 2RF, LL14 2SG, LL14 2RG, LL14 2RE, LL14 2RU, LL14 2PU, LL14 2RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL14 2RP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 47.7% | 49.4% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 52.3% | 50.6% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 30.9% | 41.1% | 10.2% | 37.9% | 3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 36.1% | -6.8% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 15.4% | 14.4% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 5.3% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 45.5% | 44.8% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 25.7% | 31.9% | 6.2% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 14.3% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 5.9% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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.
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 15.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.4% | 24.9% | -14.5% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 14.7% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 19.6% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 17.4% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.1% | 15.1% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -18.7% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.3% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.6% | 98% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 98% 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% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 98% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 28% | 13.5% | 14.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.6% | 37.2% | 18.4% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Groesfan was 30.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.9% lower than the Coedpoeth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Groesfan has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Coedpoeth and the 108th lowest crime rate of 414 local areas in Wrexham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Groesfan, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2025-07-22 | £173,302 |
| 53 Groesfan, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2025-03-07 | £123,074 |
| 54 Groesfan, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2024-07-05 | £187,200 |
| 17 Groesfan, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-12-20 | £182,674 |
| 42 Groesfan, Wrexham, Wrexham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-11-24 | £149,822 |
LL14 2RP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penycae Infants School Copperas Hill , Penycae LL14 2PF | - not rated | 587 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penycae Junior C.P. School Afoneitha Road , Penycae LL14 2PF | - not rated | 664 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol-Y-Wern Hill Street , Rhosllanerchrugog LL14 1LN | - not rated | 1,743 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Rhos Llwynenion Road , Maesenion LL14 1DD | - not rated | 2,184 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Hooson Heol Caradoc , Pentredwr LL14 2DX | - not rated | 2,216 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penycae Football Club House | Pavilion Afoneitha Road, Penycae | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Foxes | Cross Foxes Copperas Hill, Penycae | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yama oriental cuisine | Black Horse Inn Hall Street, Penycae | 167 yd | |
| Guan's Banquet House | Takeaway, 27 Afoneitha Road, Penycae | 1,001 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 | 61.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.