Butterton Road is in Rhyl and in Rhuddlan district. LL18 1RB is located in the Rhyl West 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 Butterton Road, Rhyl, LL18 1RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL18 1RF, LL18 1HS, LL18 1PT, LL18 1RD, LL18 1RA, LL18 1HT, LL18 1HU, LL18 1PY, LL18 1LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LL18 1RB is primarily male, with 53.2% 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 | 44.8% | 46.8% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -4.2% |
| Male | 55.2% | 53.2% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 4.2% |
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 LL18 1RB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.3% 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 | 37.2% | 45.3% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.8% | 23.1% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -21.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 4.9% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 18.6% | 14.3% | -4.3% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 12.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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 (60.2%) 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 | 30.9% | 31.4% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -17.0% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 28.8% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 23.4% | 26.5% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 13.8% |
| Bad health | 11.1% | 10.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 6.5% |
| Very bad health | 6.3% | 2.7% | -3.6% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
In the area around LL18 1RB this area, 33.8% 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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.3% | 33.8% | -12.5% | 18.2% | 15.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 8.8% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.4% | 15.4% | 5.0% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.6% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 14% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 18.4% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.4% 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 | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 91.6% | 91.4% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 92.1% | 91.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 91.6% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 5.9% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.2% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 1.6% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.4% | 76.7% | -18.3% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 37.7% | 13.5% | 24.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Butterton Road was 569.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 440.1% higher than the Rhyl East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Butterton Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Rhyl East and the 7th highest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 293.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 59.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Butterton Road, Rhyl, Denbighshire Other, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-11-23 | £183,404 |
| 15 Butterton Road, Rhyl, Denbighshire Other, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-11-23 | £183,404 |
| 17 Butterton Road, Rhyl, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-11-23 | £197,667 |
| 39 Butterton Road, Rhyl, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2019-02-22 | £195,606 |
| 45 Butterton Road, Rhyl, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2018-03-28 | £133,728 |
LL18 1RB area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Retired | 77 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Unemployed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Other | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch C.P. School Ernest Street , Rhyl LL18 2DS | - not rated | 1,013 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Emmanuel Victoria Road , Rhyl LL18 2EG | - not rated | 1,294 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ the Word School Cefndy Road , LL18 2EU | - not rated | 1,684 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Tir Morfa Ffordd Derwen , Rhyl LL18 2RN | - not rated | 1,762 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhyl High School Grange Road , Rhyl LL18 4BY | - not rated | 1,925 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gorwel Newydd | Gorwel Newydd, 76 - 82 West Parade | 141 yd | |
| Donna's kitchen @ The Royal Oak | 159 - 161 Wellington Road | 165 yd | |
| Yeung Sing | 133 Wellington Road | 214 yd | |
| The Bistro | 213 - 215 Wellington Road | 315 yd | |
| Pepe's Piri Piri | Unit 11, Marina Quay Retail Park Wellington Road | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Six Bells | 32 Crescent Road | 520 yd | |
| Ellis's Bar - Wet Sales | 42 - 44 Water Street | 581 yd | |
| Tinkers Bar | 17 - 19 Water Street | 615 yd | |
| Victory Club | 60 Queen Street | 651 yd | |
| The Lorne | Lorne Hotel Market Street | 783 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wong's Takeaway | 165 - 167 Wellington Road | 174 yd | |
| Darbey's Chippy | 173 Wellington Road | 176 yd | |
| Kamranz | 184 Wellington Road | 281 yd | |
| Ocean City Chinese Takeaway | 172 Wellington Road | 281 yd | |
| The Town Fryer | 56 Wellington Road | 539 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Unit 13, Marina Quay Wellington Road | 450 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Supermarket Marsh Road | 731 yd | |
| Sumang Oriental Store | 12 Wellington Road | 737 yd | |
| Heron Food | 84 - 88 High Street | 796 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | Unit G, White Rose Centre High Street | 873 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 | 58.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 168.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.