LL18 1AA is an up-and-coming urban area on Vale Road, 0.1km from Mill Bank Road in Rhyl. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Rhyl South West ward and the Vale of Clwyd constituency.
Within the LL18 district, this postcode is characterised by a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a low density wholesale and retail character: low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets.
Safety: Crime rates are high (180 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 1AA are sourced from Output Area W00001265 (shared with 307 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VALE ROAD, LL18 1AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VALE ROAD, LL18 1AA.
363
35
£ 32,500 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL18 1AA 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 61% owner-occupation and average age 35, LL18 1AA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL18 1AA. The average age is 35.4. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near LL18 1AA are high at 180 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
85 nearby- Bargain Booze1.0 km
- Crafty Creations0.7 km
- Premier Convenience Stores0.8 km
- Bargain Booze1.0 km
- Crafty Creations0.7 km
- + 80 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
24 nearby- Anchor House1.0 km
- Berwyn Guest House0.9 km
- Churchill House0.9 km
- Manor Guest House1.0 km
- Sandy Shores1.0 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
110 nearby- Donna's kitchen @ The Royal Oak1.0 km
- Foryd Centre Community Cafe0.6 km
- Rhyl Cosy Club For The Disabled0.5 km
- Yeung Sing0.8 km
- Donna's kitchen @ The Royal Oak1.0 km
- + 105 more
Takeaway Shop
62 nearby- Wong's Takeaway1.0 km
- Wong's Takeaway1.0 km
- Monte Carlo Snack Bar0.6 km
- Monte Carlo Snack Bar0.6 km
- Chilli Pink0.6 km
- + 57 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Ellis's Bar - Wet Sales0.6 km
- Six Bells0.7 km
- The Cove0.6 km
- Victory Club0.6 km
- Ellis's Bar - Wet Sales0.6 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Heron Food0.4 km
- Iceland Foods Plc0.5 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.4 km
- Heron Food0.4 km
- Sumang Oriental Store0.4 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rhyl0.3 km
- Prestatyn5.5 km
- Abergele & Pensarn7.0 km
Bus Stops
- Brynhyfryd Ave0.2 km
- Millbank Road0.2 km
- Victoria Road0.2 km
- Millbank Road0.2 km
- Tongs Funeral Directors0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LL181AA · Data under Open Government Licence