Blaen Y Coed is in Denbigh and in Denbighshire district. LL16 3YT is located in the Denbigh Caledfryn Henllan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vale of Clwyd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blaen Y Coed, Denbigh, LL16 3YT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL16 3PE, LL16 3PG, LL16 3PL, LL16 3YU, LL16 3PR, LL16 3PW, LL16 3YY, LL16 3RE, LL16 3RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL16 3YT has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 52.1% | 50% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 31.5% | 37.3% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 36.8% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 11.3% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 13.6% | 11.3% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (54.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.2% | 27% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -21.4% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 27.4% | -6.1% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 24.1% | 25.7% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 13.0% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 15.2% | 10.1% | 4.0% | 11.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
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.
In the area around LL16 3YT this area, 30.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.6% | 30.7% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 13.2% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 15.1% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 4.9% | -1.7% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 13.2% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 20.5% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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 Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.5% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 99.2% | 97% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.7% | 76.7% | -17.0% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 39% | 13.5% | 25.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blaen Y Coed was 206.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.5% higher than the Denbigh Caledfryn Henllan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blaen Y Coed has the 5th highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Denbigh Caledfryn Henllan and the 39th highest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 101.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Blaen Y Coed, Denbigh, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2014-03-28 | £174,188 |
| 18 Blaen Y Coed, Denbigh, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2011-03-24 | £114,558 |
| 16 Blaen Y Coed, Denbigh, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £23,180 | 2003-07-28 | £56,791 |
| 12 Blaen Y Coed, Denbigh, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £46,000 | 2002-11-15 | £140,041 |
| 20 Blaen Y Coed, Denbigh, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £49,000 | 2002-02-25 | £168,093 |
LL16 3YT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 LL16 3YT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denbigh High School Ruthin Road , Denbigh LL16 3EX | - not rated | 1,424 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Twm o'r Nant Ffordd Rhyl , LL16 3DP | - not rated | 1,438 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Frongoch Rhyl Road , Denbigh LL16 3DP | - not rated | 1,475 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Parc Infants Ruthin Road , LL16 3ER | - not rated | 1,584 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn Park Street , LL16 3DR | - not rated | 2,085 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chen Lin Chinese Restaurant | Chen Lin Back Row | 561 yd | |
| Golden Lion | Golden Lion Hotel Back Row | 561 yd | |
| Siop Goffi Ji-Binc | 48 - 50 High Street | 564 yd | |
| Saha | 30 High Street | 613 yd | |
| Vale Street Kitchen | 31c Vale Street | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hand Inn (Denbigh) Limited | Hand Inn Henllan Street | 246 yd | |
| Plough Inn | Flat, Plough Inn Bridge Street | 477 yd | |
| Denbigh Conservative Club | 4 Highgate | 510 yd | |
| The Wings Club Ltd | Trenchard House Rosemary Lane | 520 yd | |
| White Lion | White Lion Hotel Back Row | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kens Fish And Chips | 6 Bridge Street | 477 yd | |
| Coriander | 4 Bridge Street | 477 yd | |
| Denbigh Kebab House | 2 Bridge Street | 477 yd | |
| Star grill | 26 Bridge Street | 477 yd | |
| Eezibite | 1 Bridge Street | 489 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Smithfield Road | 430 yd | |
| Co-operative | 26 High Street | 635 yd | |
| Lidl | 89 Vale Street | 908 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 | 75.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.