New Houses is in Pentre, Wrexham and in Glyndwr district. LL14 5AP is located in the Chirk North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Houses, Pentre, Wrexham, LL14 5AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL14 5AP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 51.2% | 48.3% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 48.8% | 51.7% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 LL14 5AP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.8% 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 | 20.8% | 26% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 54.8% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 10.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.6% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 4.8% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 45.4% | 34.6% | -10.8% | 48.4% | -13.8% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 38.9% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 20.5% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.3% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 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 | 14.6% | 18.7% | 4.1% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 4.3% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 13.4% | -7.9% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 5.7% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 17.7% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.3% | 37.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 3.5% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98% | 95.3% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 94.1% | 94% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 94.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 1.3% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Houses was 32.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.5% lower than the Chirk North average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
New Houses has the 9th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Chirk North and the 110th lowest crime rate of 413 local areas in Wrexham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 New Houses, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £170,500 | 2020-05-01 | £233,516 |
| 10 New Houses, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £159,500 | 2019-08-23 | £210,984 |
| 12 New Houses, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2018-04-13 | £227,826 |
| 6 New Houses, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-03-02 | £204,102 |
| 6 New Houses, Wrexham, Wrexham Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2016-04-12 | £199,540 |
LL14 5AP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LL14 5AP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Rhyn Primary School Old Chirk Road , Weston Rhyn SY10 7SR | 3out of 4 | 5,271 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pentre Church in Wales Controlled Primary School Pentre , Chirk LL14 5AW | - not rated | 423 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Min-Y-Ddol Lon Plas Kynmaston , Cefn Mawr LL14 3PA | - not rated | 1,468 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Mawr Primary School Plas Kynaston Lane , Cefn Mawr LL14 3PY | - not rated | 1,538 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhosymedre Community Primary School Parc Road , Rhosymedre LL14 3EG | - not rated | 2,302 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Froncysyllte C.P. School Woodlands Road , Froncysyllte LL20 7RS | - not rated | 2,393 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden?s Coffee Barn | Ty Mawr Country Park Cae Gwilym Lane, Cefn Mawr | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ice cream hut Wrexham | Ty Mawr Country Park Cae Gwilym Lane, Cefn Mawr | 997 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 281 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 40.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.