Maes Helyg is in Rhuddlan, Rhyl and in Rhuddlan district. LL18 2YG is located in the Rhuddlan 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 Maes Helyg, Rhuddlan, Rhyl, LL18 2YG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL18 2YE, LL18 2YH, LL18 2YU, LL18 2UR, LL18 2YN, LL18 2UF, LL18 2YL, LL18 2UX, LL18 2UN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL18 2YG 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 | 50% | 51.6% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 50% | 48.4% | -1.6% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of LL18 2YG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23% | 20.8% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 55.4% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 10.4% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 10.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 44.9% | 36.8% | -8.1% | 48.4% | -11.6% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 38.1% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 18.8% | 9.0% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 5.4% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 0.9% | -2.2% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 21.7% | 17.7% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 7.9% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 15.3% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 6.9% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 17.2% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 33.5% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.5% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.1% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 98.4% | 98.7% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98.7% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 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 | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 57.8% | 46.2% | 11.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maes Helyg was 154.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.0% lower than the Bodelwyddan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maes Helyg has the 6th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Bodelwyddan and the 68th highest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 85.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Maes Helyg, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-07-23 | £207,598 |
| 5 Maes Helyg, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-04-17 | £188,972 |
| 15 Maes Helyg, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £174,100 | 2022-04-08 | £188,453 |
| 21 Maes Helyg, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-10-08 | £264,539 |
| 7 Maes Helyg, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-05-19 | £202,896 |
LL18 2YG 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 LL18 2YG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Y Castell Hylas Lane , Rhuddlan LL18 5AG | - not rated | 807 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dewi Sant Ffordd Rhuddlan , Rhyl LL18 2RE | - not rated | 1,791 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tir Morfa Ffordd Derwen , Rhyl LL18 2RN | - not rated | 2,057 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengwern College Sarn Lane , LL18 5UH | - not rated | 2,113 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ysgol Llywelyn Trellewelyn Road , Rhyl LL18 4EU | - not rated | 2,498 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fei Von | The Old Bank High Street, Rhuddlan | 339 yd | |
| Bailey's Coffeeshop | Electric House High Street, Rhuddlan | 345 yd | |
| The Farmhouse Kitchen | 9 High Street, Rhuddlan | 366 yd | |
| The Kings Head | Kings Head High Street, Rhuddlan | 371 yd | |
| Green Island Bistro | Green Island Bistro, Fondella Buildings High Street, Rhuddlan | 372 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Inn | New Inn High Street, Rhuddlan | 393 yd | |
| the castle inn | Castle Inn Castle Street, Rhuddlan | 602 yd | |
| Pleasant View Club | Garsdale Abbey Road, Rhuddlan | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Kebab | 3 High Street, Rhuddlan | 366 yd | |
| BRGR & Shakes | High Street Rhuddlan | 376 yd | |
| Pudding And Pie | 2, Elliott House Rhyl Road, Rhuddlan | 389 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Texaco Service Station Rhyl Road, Rhuddlan | 388 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Marsh Road, Rhuddlan | 770 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 | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.