Birch Court is in Llangollen and in Glyndwr district. LL20 8LJ is located in the Llangollen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd South. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birch Court, Llangollen, LL20 8LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL20 8LG, LL20 8LF, LL20 8LB, LL20 8LP, LL20 8LL, LL20 8LA, LL20 8LU, LL20 8LR, LL20 8LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL20 8LJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 47.2% | 48.1% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 52.8% | 51.9% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 38.8% | 39.9% | 1.1% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 39.3% | 0.1% | 44.2% | -4.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 10.7% | -3.2% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 9.6% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 53.5% | 45.1% | -8.4% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 28% | 36.3% | 8.3% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 15.3% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
In the area around LL20 8LJ this area, 9.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.8% | 9.4% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 8.3% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 15.6% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.3% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 21.7% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.2% | 41.7% | 15.5% | 33.8% | 7.9% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 99.5% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 95.6% | 96.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 96.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.5% | 37.2% | 12.3% |
| Christian | 42.6% | 46.2% | -3.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birch Court was 131.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 137.9% higher than the Edeirnion average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birch Court has the 5th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Edeirnion and the 83rd highest crime rate of 353 local areas in Denbighshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Birch Court, Llangollen, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2021-05-21 | £144,831 |
| 4 Birch Court, Llangollen, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2021-04-16 | £178,957 |
| 5 Birch Court, Llangollen, Denbighshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2020-01-02 | £159,635 |
| 1 Birch Court, Llangollen, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2018-02-07 | £166,477 |
| 4 Birch Court, Llangollen, Denbighshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2007-07-30 | £206,350 |
LL20 8LJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
LL20 8LJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 64 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Dinas Bran Dinbren Road , Llangollen LL20 8TG | - not rated | 654 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Collen Llangollen Pengwern , Llangollen LL20 8AR | - not rated | 796 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg y Gwernant Pengwern , Llangollen LL20 8AR | - not rated | 796 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Garth C.P. School Trevor , Llangollen LL20 7UY | - not rated | 4,377 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cynddelw New Road , LL20 7HH | - not rated | 4,486 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friends Coffee Shop | 1 Bishops Walk | 196 yd | |
| The Royal Spice | 36 Regent Street | 376 yd | |
| Plas Newydd Tea Room | Plas Newydd Off, Plas Newydd Butlers Hill | 404 yd | |
| Ponsonby Arms | The Ponsonby Arms Mill Street | 445 yd | |
| Zingiber | 15 Bridge Street | 511 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Inn | 49 Regent Street | 276 yd | |
| The Bridge End Hotel | Bridge End Hotel Mill Street | 445 yd | |
| The Bull Inn | 20 Castle Street | 606 yd | |
| Occasions | 16 Castle Street | 617 yd | |
| Liberty Tavern | Liberty Tavern, 20 Market Street | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aydins Fish and Chips | 24 Regent Street | 430 yd | |
| Dee Pizza & Kebab House | 4 Oak Street | 552 yd | |
| Chopsticks | 43 Castle Street | 572 yd | |
| Street Pizza Kebab Llangollen | 45 Castle Street | 572 yd | |
| Finley's Sandwich Bar | 5 Abbey Road | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Co Operative Regent Street | 276 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.