Borthyn is in Ruthin and in Glyndwr district. LL15 1NT 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 Borthyn, Ruthin, LL15 1NT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL15 1NU, LL15 1PG, LL15 1NS, LL15 1LH, LL15 1PH, LL15 1LL, LL15 1PD, LL15 1NY, LL15 1LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LL15 1NT is primarily male, with 54.8% of the population 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 | 48.1% | 45.2% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -5.8% |
| Male | 51.9% | 54.8% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 5.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LL15 1NT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.2% | 45.9% | 2.7% | 37.9% | 8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 33% | -10.2% | 44.2% | -11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 13.3% | 6.2% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 6.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 51.6% | 44.8% | -6.8% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 33.8% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 16.4% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 1% | 4.3% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 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 | 14.9% | 12.3% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 7.7% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.2% | 19.1% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8.5% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 12.8% | -1.7% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 36.2% | 10.9% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.4% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 3.5% | 3.2% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.1% | 95% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 92% | 94.6% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 1.4% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 94.2% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 5% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Borthyn was 113.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.6% higher than the Ruthin average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Borthyn has the 9th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Ruthin and the 96th highest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Borthyn, Ruthin, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2024-04-04 | £102,058 |
| Rose Bank Borthyn, Ruthin, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-05-26 | £237,857 |
| 33 Borthyn, Ruthin, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2023-03-31 | £122,850 |
| 35 Borthyn, Ruthin, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2021-02-09 | £129,374 |
| 35 Borthyn, Ruthin, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2014-04-04 | £144,678 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borthyn V.C. Primary School Denbigh Road , Ruthin LL15 1NT | - not rated | 109 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Pen Barras Stryd Y Rhos , Ruthun LL15 1DY | - not rated | 1,140 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhos Street C.P. School Rhos Street , Ruthin LL15 1DY | - not rated | 1,215 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ruthin School Mold Road , Ruthin LL15 1EE | - not rated | 1,483 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Brynhyfryd Mold Road , Ruthin LL15 1EG | - not rated | 1,609 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Arms | 21 - 25 Mwrog Street | 233 yd | |
| Farmers Arms Restaurant | 21 - 25 Mwrog Street | 233 yd | |
| Clwb Rygbi Ruthin Rugby Football Club | Ruthin Rugby Club Lon Fawr | 349 yd | |
| Strand Catering | Glasdir Denbigh Road | 415 yd | |
| Small Plates | 5 Upper Clwyd Street | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Hotel | Park Place, 2 Mwrog Street | 199 yd | |
| Boars head | 4 Clwyd Street | 451 yd | |
| Feathers Inn | 52 Well Street | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome | 20 Borthyn | 26 yd | |
| Ruthin Pizzas | 43 Clwyd Street | 389 yd | |
| Finns Fish And Chip | 45 Clwyd Street | 389 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 31 Well Street | 812 yd | |
| Ruthin Kebab And Burger House | 54 Well Street | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd Lon Parcwr | 768 yd | |
| Co-operative | Co Operative Retail Services Ltd Station Road | 811 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.