Fern Way is in Rhyl and in Denbighshire district. LL18 4GA is located in the Rhyl T? Newydd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vale of Clwyd. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fern Way, Rhyl, LL18 4GA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL18 4GF, LL18 4GB, LL18 4GD, LL18 4JW, LL18 4FY, LL18 4FZ, LL18 4GE, LL18 4BQ, LL18 4BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL18 4GA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 50.7% | 48.9% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 49.3% | 51.1% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 28.3% | 32.8% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 49.4% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8% | 8.9% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 6.4% | 1.9% | 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 | 57.1% | 46% | -11.1% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 32.8% | 6.1% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 16.1% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 18.8% | 14.8% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.3% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.2% | 16.7% | -7.5% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.4% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 20.7% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.4% | 29.9% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 98.4% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 95.5% | 98.4% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 98.4% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -9.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.3% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fern Way was 29.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.4% lower than the Rhyl South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fern Way has the 13th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Rhyl South and the 78th lowest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Fern Way, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2025-09-19 | £222,000 |
| 7 Fern Way, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £272,500 | 2025-06-16 | £276,050 |
| 18 Fern Way, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2024-06-19 | £148,615 |
| 16 Fern Way, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-08-11 | £204,301 |
| 14 Fern Way, Rhyl, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2020-09-16 | £190,772 |
LL18 4GA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 110 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 45 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Hedydd C.P. School Spruce Avenue , Tynewydd Road LL18 3SU | - not rated | 415 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhyl High School Grange Road , Rhyl LL18 4BY | - not rated | 652 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llywelyn Trellewelyn Road , Rhyl LL18 4EU | - not rated | 973 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ the Word School Cefndy Road , LL18 2EU | - not rated | 1,276 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Emmanuel Victoria Road , Rhyl LL18 2EG | - not rated | 1,422 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laughing Budda | 88 - 90 Rhyl Coast Road | 736 yd | |
| CPD Y Rhyl 1879 (Rhyl FC 1879) | Rhyl Belle Vue Football Club Grange Road | 801 yd | |
| New Pines Caravan Park | New Pines Caravan Park Dyserth Road | 878 yd | |
| Rhyl Fire Station | Fire Station Rhyl Coast Road | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Esplanade Club | 86 Rhyl Coast Road | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neens Butties & Bakes | 112 Grange Road | 655 yd | |
| Sweet Pea | 112 Grange Road | 655 yd | |
| The Chippy | 112 Grange Road | 655 yd | |
| Yummy kitchen | 95 Rhyl Coast Road | 676 yd | |
| Chang Wing Fish & Chips & Chinese Take Away | 73 Rhyl Coast Road | 703 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 45 Ffordd Elan | 394 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 | 68.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.