LL18 3BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hilton Drive, 0.4km from Bryhedydd Bay in Rhyl. Administratively it sits within Rhyl East ward and the Vale of Clwyd constituency.
For families considering a move, LL18 3BE represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £176k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LL18 3BE are sourced from Output Area W00001217 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILTON DRIVE, LL18 3BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILTON DRIVE, LL18 3BE.
248
51
£ 29,400 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL18 3BE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 51, LL18 3BE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £176k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL18 3BE. The average age is 50.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 176,475
6 sales · Mean £ 187,575
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LL18 3BE has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Eat @ the Bowls Pavilion0.7 km
- Bridgegate Stores0.8 km
- Highfield Park Post Office1.0 km
- Bridgegate Stores0.8 km
- Highfield Park Post Office1.0 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- The Promenade0.3 km
- The Promenade0.3 km
- Melbourne Guest House0.9 km
- Toffees Guest House0.9 km
- Melbourne Guest House0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Rhyl Fire Station0.5 km
- Rhyl Fire Station0.5 km
- Laughing Budda0.2 km
- Laughing Budda0.2 km
- 1891 Restaurant/Terrace (Rhyl Pavilion)1.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- simply food rhyl0.3 km
- simply food rhyl0.3 km
- Chang Wing Fish & Chips & Chinese Take Away0.2 km
- Yummy kitchen0.2 km
- Chang Wing Fish & Chips & Chinese Take Away0.2 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Esplanade Club0.2 km
- The Esplanade Club0.2 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op Late Shop1.0 km
- Co-op Late Shop1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rhyl1.7 km
- Prestatyn4.3 km
- Abergele & Pensarn8.3 km
Bus Stops
- Tynewydd Road0.1 km
- Tynewydd Road0.1 km
- Eaton Avenue Middle0.2 km
- Denmore Stores0.2 km
- Denmore Stores0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LL183BE · Data under Open Government Licence