Castlefields is in Rhuddlan, Rhyl and in Denbighshire district. LL18 5RJ is located in the Rhuddlan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vale of Clwyd. This postcode has been in use since 2007-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Castlefields, Rhuddlan, Rhyl, LL18 5RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL18 5AG, LL18 5RG, LL18 5RW, LL18 5RA, LL18 5AE, LL18 5RR, LL18 5YF, LL18 5RB, LL18 5RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL18 5RJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.3% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.7% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 29.4% | 39% | 9.6% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 44.5% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 11.8% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 3.7% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 51.7% | 52.8% | 1.1% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 30.8% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 13.8% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 15.8% | 14.7% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 9.9% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.7% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 5.1% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 19.9% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.7% | 31.3% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.1% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
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 | 99.3% | 98.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 98.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castlefields was 44.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.0% lower than the Bodelwyddan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castlefields has the 7th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Bodelwyddan and the 126th lowest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Castlefields, Rhyl, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-10-25 | £272,898 |
| 31 Castlefields, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2024-10-23 | £617,557 |
| 8 Castlefields, Rhyl, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-07-16 | £289,370 |
| 32 Castlefields, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2021-06-18 | £412,186 |
| 38 Castlefields, Rhyl, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £391,000 | 2021-05-07 | £453,327 |
LL18 5RJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Y Castell Hylas Lane , Rhuddlan LL18 5AG | - not rated | 29 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengwern College Sarn Lane , LL18 5UH | - not rated | 1,976 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ysgol Dewi Sant Ffordd Rhuddlan , Rhyl LL18 2RE | - not rated | 2,501 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tir Morfa Ffordd Derwen , Rhyl LL18 2RN | - not rated | 2,846 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llywelyn Trellewelyn Road , Rhyl LL18 4EU | - not rated | 3,162 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Island Bistro | Green Island Bistro, Fondella Buildings High Street, Rhuddlan | 465 yd | |
| The Kings Head | Kings Head High Street, Rhuddlan | 466 yd | |
| Bailey's Coffeeshop | Electric House High Street, Rhuddlan | 492 yd | |
| Fei Von | The Old Bank High Street, Rhuddlan | 498 yd | |
| The Farmhouse Kitchen | 9 High Street, Rhuddlan | 515 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant View Club | Garsdale Abbey Road, Rhuddlan | 88 yd | |
| the castle inn | Castle Inn Castle Street, Rhuddlan | 233 yd | |
| The New Inn | New Inn High Street, Rhuddlan | 484 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRGR & Shakes | High Street Rhuddlan | 460 yd | |
| Pudding And Pie | 2, Elliott House Rhyl Road, Rhuddlan | 472 yd | |
| King Kebab | 3 High Street, Rhuddlan | 515 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | Texaco Service Station Rhyl Road, Rhuddlan | 571 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Marsh Road, Rhuddlan | 809 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 | 45.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 45.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 45.9% |
| 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 | 66.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.