LL18 2AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.7km from West End in Rhyl. Administratively it sits within Rhyl South West ward and the Vale of Clwyd constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LL18 2AJ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 33 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 63% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 80 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 2AJ are sourced from Output Area W00001276 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LL18 2AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LL18 2AJ.
372
33
£ 32,500 /yr
27%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL18 2AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LL18 2AJ has a significant social housing presence — 63% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 33-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL18 2AJ. The average age is 32.7. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LL18 2AJ is moderate at 80 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
Restaurant, Cafe
96 nearby- Gorwel Newydd0.7 km
- Gorwel Newydd0.7 km
- Batch Ice Cream0.7 km
- Donna's kitchen @ The Royal Oak0.4 km
- Foryd Centre Community Cafe0.6 km
- + 91 more
Retailers - Other
64 nearby- B and M Retail Ltd.0.6 km
- Bargain Booze0.4 km
- Crafty Creations0.5 km
- Farm Foods Ltd0.7 km
- Festival Sea Foods0.3 km
- + 59 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
14 nearby- Anchor House0.6 km
- Berwyn Guest House0.6 km
- Churchill House0.5 km
- Manor Guest House0.6 km
- Sandy Shores0.6 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Aldi0.7 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Heron Food0.9 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.6 km
- Heron Food0.9 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
52 nearby- Darbey's Chippy0.4 km
- Kamranz0.5 km
- Ocean City0.5 km
- Wong's Takeaway0.4 km
- Darbey's Chippy0.4 km
- + 47 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Ellis's Bar - Wet Sales0.9 km
- Six Bells0.8 km
- The Cove0.9 km
- Victory Club0.9 km
- Ellis's Bar - Wet Sales0.9 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rhyl0.7 km
- Abergele & Pensarn6.1 km
- Prestatyn6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Rhydwen Drive0.1 km
- Marsh Road0.2 km
- Netley Road0.2 km
- Netley Road0.3 km
- Gwynfryn Avenue0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LL182AJ · Data under Open Government Licence