Canol Y Dre is in Ruthin and in Glyndwr district. LL15 1LU is located in the Ruthin electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Canol Y Dre, Ruthin, LL15 1LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL15 1NQ, LL15 1ND, LL15 1NW, LL15 1JZ, LL15 1BL, LL15 1LT, LL15 1BG, LL15 1AU, LL15 1AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL15 1LU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 51.6% | -2.8% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 45.6% | 48.4% | 2.8% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 33.9% | 35.8% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 41.9% | -1.0% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.1% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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% | 53.1% | 4.3% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 28.2% | -3.9% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 15% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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% | 16.9% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 6.7% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 15.7% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6.3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 16.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.9% | 36.1% | 10.2% | 33.8% | 2.3% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.3% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 96.5% | 94.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 94.5% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Canol Y Dre was 132.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.3% higher than the Ruthin average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Canol Y Dre has the 7th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Ruthin and the 82nd highest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 52.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Canol Y Dre, Ruthin, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-08-23 | £184,087 |
| 23 Canol Y Dre, Ruthin, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-12-21 | £129,028 |
| 27 Canol Y Dre, Ruthin, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2020-12-18 | £136,046 |
| 34 Canol Y Dre, Ruthin, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2020-10-14 | £150,171 |
| 20 Canol Y Dre, Ruthin, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2019-08-23 | £128,456 |
LL15 1LU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borthyn V.C. Primary School Denbigh Road , Ruthin LL15 1NT | - not rated | 663 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Pen Barras Stryd Y Rhos , Ruthun LL15 1DY | - not rated | 764 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhos Street C.P. School Rhos Street , Ruthin LL15 1DY | - not rated | 833 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ruthin School Mold Road , Ruthin LL15 1EE | - not rated | 907 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Brynhyfryd Mold Road , Ruthin LL15 1EG | - not rated | 1,142 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe R | Cafe, Ruthin Craft Centre Lon Parcwr | 210 yd | |
| Ruthin Market Hall | Market Street | 277 yd | |
| Costa Ruthin | Costa Coffee Market Street | 316 yd | |
| Seven Oaks Cafe | Unit 16 Ffordd Celyn, Lon Parcwr Business Park | 341 yd | |
| No11 | 11 St. Peters Square | 345 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boars head | 4 Clwyd Street | 426 yd | |
| Feathers Inn | 52 Well Street | 626 yd | |
| Park Place Hotel | Park Place, 2 Mwrog Street | 808 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruthin Pizzas | 43 Clwyd Street | 532 yd | |
| Finns Fish And Chip | 45 Clwyd Street | 532 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 31 Well Street | 543 yd | |
| Aydin's Traditional Fish And Chip | Take Away Fish And Chip Shop Wern Fechan | 545 yd | |
| Ruthin Kebab And Burger House | 54 Well Street | 602 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd Lon Parcwr | 69 yd | |
| Co-operative | Co Operative Retail Services Ltd Station Road | 454 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 | 72.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.