Rhodfa Elgwern is in Denbigh and in Denbighshire district. LL16 3JQ is located in the Denbigh Lower electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vale of Clwyd. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rhodfa Elgwern, Denbigh, LL16 3JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL16 3JU, LL16 3JR, LL16 3JT, LL16 3JG, LL16 3DZ, LL16 3HZ, LL16 3ET, LL16 3JS, LL16 3EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL16 3JQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 48.9% | 49.7% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 51.1% | 50.3% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 28.9% | 32.9% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 47.8% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 9.3% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.7% | 58.8% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 10.4% |
| Good health | 24.9% | 27.4% | 2.5% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 11% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 14.4% | 11.4% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 10.4% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.9% | 12.5% | -11.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.2% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 19.4% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 38.4% | 9.5% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.7% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 100% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.1% | 96.5% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rhodfa Elgwern was 9.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.6% lower than the Denbigh Lower average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rhodfa Elgwern has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Denbigh Lower and the 12th lowest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Rhodfa Elgwern, Denbigh, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £323,000 | 2025-10-02 | £323,000 |
| 6 Rhodfa Elgwern, Denbigh, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2024-10-18 | £290,849 |
| 11 Rhodfa Elgwern, Denbigh, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2023-06-30 | £201,991 |
| 17 Rhodfa Elgwern, Denbigh, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2017-01-20 | £285,593 |
| 6 Rhodfa Elgwern, Denbigh, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2014-12-23 | £304,060 |
LL16 3JQ 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 | 123 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 49 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Frongoch Rhyl Road , Denbigh LL16 3DP | - not rated | 156 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Twm o'r Nant Ffordd Rhyl , LL16 3DP | - not rated | 174 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Parc Infants Ruthin Road , LL16 3ER | - not rated | 302 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Denbigh High School Ruthin Road , Denbigh LL16 3EX | - not rated | 472 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn Park Street , LL16 3DR | - not rated | 1,272 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Con Amici Italian Bar And Kitchen | Con Amici Italian Bar And Restaurant Rhyl Road | 310 yd | |
| Denbigh Town Football Club | Central Park Park Street | 416 yd | |
| Midshire Signature Services | Llys Awelon School Road | 525 yd | |
| Texaco Castle View | Castle View Filling Station Rhyl Road | 539 yd | |
| Copper Pot | 120 Vale Street | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plas Pigot Country Club | Plas Pigot Ruthin Road | 247 yd | |
| Masons Arms | Masons Arms Rhyl Road | 402 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simply Fish And Chips | 31 Rhyl Road | 402 yd | |
| Townsend Takeaway | 14 Rhyl Road | 432 yd | |
| Tai Wing Express | 2 Rhyl Road | 432 yd | |
| Subway | Dyffryn Trading Estate Rhyl Road | 539 yd | |
| Beth's Sandwich Bar | Cafe, Colomendy Garage Rhyl Road | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 4 Denbigh Shopping Park, Station Road | 514 yd | |
| Lidl | 89 Vale Street | 747 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 | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.68 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.68 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.