Meliden Road is in Prestatyn and in Rhuddlan district. LL19 8LY is located in the Prestatyn Meliden 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 Meliden Road, Prestatyn, LL19 8LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL19 8PL, LL19 8PH, LL19 8LT, LL19 8LA, LL19 8HH, LL19 8NA, LL19 8PW, LL19 8PN, LL19 8HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL19 8LY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 51.1% | 49.1% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.9% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LL19 8LY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23% | 23.8% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 53.8% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 9.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 11.7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 7.9% | -3.2% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.9% | 51.8% | 2.9% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 33.6% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 13% | 12.4% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 1.5% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.4% | 13.3% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 8.7% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 12.9% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 18.3% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 37.3% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 3.5% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.9% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98.6% | 96.3% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 96.3% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meliden Road was 34.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.8% lower than the Dyserth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meliden Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Dyserth and the 93rd lowest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 141 Meliden Road, Prestatyn, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2022-11-29 | £219,520 |
| 133 Meliden Road, Prestatyn, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2010-12-03 | £209,444 |
| 141 Meliden Road, Prestatyn, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £137,250 | 2007-01-26 | £208,976 |
| 139 Meliden Road, Prestatyn, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £135,500 | 2006-10-11 | £199,695 |
| 141 Meliden Road, Prestatyn, Denbighshire Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2006-04-28 | £182,162 |
LL19 8LY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LL19 8LY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LL19 8LY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Melyd Ffordd Pennant , Meliden LL19 8PE | - not rated | 551 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Llys Rhodfa'r Tywysog , Prestatyn LL19 8RW | - not rated | 814 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Prestatyn High School 2 Princes Avenue , Prestatyn LL19 8RS | - not rated | 964 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penmorfa Dawson Drive , Prestatyn LL19 8SY | - not rated | 1,379 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Hiraddug Thomas Avenue , Dyserth LL18 6AN | - not rated | 2,461 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion | Red Lion, 4 Ffordd Talargoch, Meliden | 154 yd | |
| Prestatyn Masonic Buildings Ltd | St Melyds Hall, 6 Ffordd Talargoch, Meliden | 154 yd | |
| Saints Health And Fitness | 8 Ffordd Talargoch, Meliden | 154 yd | |
| The Miners Arms | 23 Ffordd Talargoch | 186 yd | |
| MFARRINGTON BARS and Catering | St Melyd Golf Club The Paddock | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hai Tian | 79 - 81 Ffordd Talargoch, Meliden | 453 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 | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.61 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.61 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.