Howell Drive is in Rhyl and in Denbighshire district. LL18 4LR is located in the Rhyl Trellewelyn 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 Howell Drive, Rhyl, LL18 4LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL18 4LP, LL18 4NA, LL18 4SJ, LL18 4LJ, LL18 4SQ, LL18 4LW, LL18 4NS, LL18 4LN, LL18 4US.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL18 4LR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.2% | 51.2% | -4.0% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 44.8% | 48.8% | 4.0% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 4LR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.3% 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 | 42.7% | 43.3% | 0.6% | 37.9% | 5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.4% | 30.7% | -0.7% | 44.2% | -13.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 15.9% | 17.3% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 8.2% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 4.3% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 50.2% | 42.9% | -7.3% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 28% | 32.1% | 4.1% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 14.6% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 5.8% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
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.
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 | 23.6% | 19.7% | -3.9% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20% | 13% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 18.1% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 5.1% | 3.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 20.5% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 20.5% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.1% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.7% | 95.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 95.3% | 97.4% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 97.4% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.7% | 13.5% | 14.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.5% | 37.2% | 16.3% |
| Christian | 37.2% | 46.2% | -9.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Howell Drive was 71.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.5% higher than the Rhyl South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Howell Drive has the 13th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Rhyl South and the 159th highest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Howell Drive, Rhyl, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-01-20 | £129,500 |
| 4 Howell Drive, Rhyl, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2012-11-19 | £117,468 |
| 7 Howell Drive, Rhyl, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2008-11-12 | £118,265 |
| 5 Howell Drive, Rhyl, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2007-12-05 | £155,622 |
| 6 Howell Drive, Rhyl, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2003-04-25 | £156,181 |
The percentage of student residents living in LL18 4LR area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Llywelyn Trellewelyn Road , Rhyl LL18 4EU | - not rated | 406 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dewi Sant Ffordd Rhuddlan , Rhyl LL18 2RE | - not rated | 744 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ the Word School Cefndy Road , LL18 2EU | - not rated | 987 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Rhyl High School Grange Road , Rhyl LL18 4BY | - not rated | 1,126 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tir Morfa Ffordd Derwen , Rhyl LL18 2RN | - not rated | 1,150 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ffordd Derwen | 201 Rhuddlan Road | 931 yd | |
| McDonald's | Mcdonalds Restaurant Ltd Ffordd Derwen | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tafarn Fach | 4, St Margarets Buildings St Margarets Drive | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wong Sing | 47 Trellewelyn Road | 374 yd | |
| Aunty Mandys Chippy | 166 Rhuddlan Road | 849 yd | |
| St. Margarets Fish & Chip Shop | 3, St Margarets Buildings St Margarets Drive | 916 yd | |
| Neens Butties & Bakes | 112 Grange Road | 1,043 yd | |
| Sweet Pea | 112 Grange Road | 1,043 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 | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.