Lon Wen is in Rhyl and in Denbighshire district. LL18 4JG 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 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lon Wen, Rhyl, LL18 4JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL18 4AX, LL18 4AJ, LL18 4JR, LL18 4QL, LL18 4HJ, LL18 4HX, LL18 4JQ, LL18 4JP, LL18 4JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL18 4JG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 51% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.4% | 49% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 29.7% | 32.5% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 42.9% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 5.7% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 12.3% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 6.6% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 42.5% | 40.2% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 34.3% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 17.3% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 6.7% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.7% | 21% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 12.9% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 17.6% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 5.2% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14.3% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 27.1% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.9% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 94.9% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98% | 96.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.4% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 1.2% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lon Wen was 27.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.4% lower than the Rhyl South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lon Wen has the 12th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Rhyl South and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Lon Wen, Rhyl, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-01-20 | £129,500 |
| 15 Lon Wen, Rhyl, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-10-01 | £144,578 |
| 10 Lon Wen, Rhyl, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2024-05-24 | £153,438 |
| 16 Lon Wen, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-11-09 | £119,614 |
| 26 Lon Wen, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-08-01 | £124,559 |
LL18 4JG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 4JG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 494 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhyl High School Grange Road , Rhyl LL18 4BY | - not rated | 1,163 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llywelyn Trellewelyn Road , Rhyl LL18 4EU | - not rated | 1,416 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ the Word School Cefndy Road , LL18 2EU | - not rated | 1,788 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Emmanuel Victoria Road , Rhyl LL18 2EG | - not rated | 1,939 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Pines Caravan Park | New Pines Caravan Park Dyserth Road | 682 yd | |
| The Coffee Lounge | Lyons Robin Hood Holiday Camp Rhyl Coast Road | 741 yd | |
| Laughing Budda | 88 - 90 Rhyl Coast Road | 838 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Esplanade Club | 86 Rhyl Coast Road | 838 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yummy kitchen | 95 Rhyl Coast Road | 798 yd | |
| Chang Wing Fish & Chips & Chinese Take Away | 73 Rhyl Coast Road | 868 yd | |
| simply food rhyl | 36 Tynewydd Road | 911 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 45 Ffordd Elan | 215 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 | 98.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 65.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 65.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 65.1% |
| 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 | 1.6% |
| Median download speed | 31.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.