Ash Grove is in Kinmel Bay, Rhyl and in Colwyn district. LL18 5DU is located in the Kinmel Bay electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ash Grove, Kinmel Bay, Rhyl, LL18 5DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL18 5DY, LL18 5DT, LL18 5EA, LL18 5LT, LL18 5PA, LL18 5LF, LL18 5LQ, LL18 5DS, LL18 5EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL18 5DU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.1% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.9% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 32% | 35.9% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 45.8% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 8% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 5.1% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.5% | 45.6% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 31.2% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 12% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 8.6% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.5% | 24.4% | -14.1% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 10.9% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 16.7% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.7% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 16.4% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 22.2% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.6% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.9% | 95.7% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 95.5% | 97.6% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 97.6% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52% | 37.2% | 14.8% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ash Grove was 61.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.3% lower than the Kinmel Bay average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ash Grove has the 9th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Kinmel Bay and the 190th highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Ash Grove, Rhyl, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2018-06-08 | £139,677 |
| 2 Ash Grove, Rhyl, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2015-08-11 | £159,763 |
| 5 Ash Grove, Rhyl, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,500 | 2010-12-16 | £135,466 |
| 5 Ash Grove, Rhyl, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2010-08-25 | £108,489 |
| 5 Ash Grove, Rhyl, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2006-09-21 | £161,908 |
LL18 5DU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Y Foryd Morfa Avenue , Foryd LL18 5LE | - not rated | 244 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Maes Owen Morfa Avenue , Foryd LL18 5LE | - not rated | 390 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christchurch C.P. School Ernest Street , Rhyl LL18 2DS | - not rated | 2,927 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Emmanuel Victoria Road , Rhyl LL18 2EG | - not rated | 3,183 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tir Morfa Ffordd Derwen , Rhyl LL18 2RN | - not rated | 3,281 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucknow Lounge Restaurant | 156 Foryd Road | 243 yd | |
| Crossroads Cafe | 87 Foryd Road | 398 yd | |
| Cafe Mood | 87 Foryd Road | 398 yd | |
| Golden Bay | 69-71 Foryd Road | 485 yd | |
| The Frothy Coffee | Kinmel Bay Promenade | 558 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Cove Social Club | Sandy Cove Club, 175 Foryd Road | 145 yd | |
| Palins Country Club | Palins Holiday Park, Morfa Avenue | 245 yd | |
| Magpie and Stump | Palins Holiday Park, Morfa Avenue | 429 yd | |
| Sandpiper at Golden Sands | Golden Sands Holiday Camp, Sandy Cove | 530 yd | |
| Kinmel Bay Members Club | Kinmel Bay Club, 2 Crugan Avenue | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crispy Cod | The Square, 1 Llysfaen Avenue | 228 yd | |
| Palins Fish & Chip Shop | Palins Holiday Park, Morfa Avenue | 245 yd | |
| New Spice of India | 91 Foryd Road | 311 yd | |
| Wing Wah | 8-10 St. Asaph Avenue | 386 yd | |
| Catch 22 | Golden Sands Holiday Park | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Supermarket, St Asaph Avenue North | 466 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 | 31.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 36.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 36.6 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 5.26 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.