Area Overview for Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community

Eglwys St Garmon, Llanarmon yn Ial in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
Tomen Y Faerdre in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
Bridge parapet over the River Alyn/Afon Alun in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
River Alyn near Tomen y Faerdre in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
The Raven Inn, Llanarmon-yn-Ial in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
The Raven - now a Post Office too in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
Fine stone farmhouse opposite the church in Llanarmon yn Ial in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
Llanarmon-yn-Ial in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
River Alyn in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
Another tomen in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
St. Garmon's church, Llanarmon in Ial in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
Special Brickwork in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community
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Area Information

Living in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community means residing in a rural village and civil parish within Denbighshire, Wales. This area lies in limestone country close to the Flintshire border, situated in the valley of the River Alyn. The community covers a total area of 27.9 km², offering a spread of space typical of valley living. Historically, this location served as the capital of the commote of Iâl, known as the fertile hill country. The village grew up around a religious community dedicated to St Garmon, establishing ancient roots that remain visible today. You will find yourself among a population rooted in limestone history, with evidence of Neolithic habitation nearby and an 11th-century motte at Tomen-y-faerdre overlooking the landscape. Daily life centres on a quiet, agricultural character tied to droving roads and 19th-century wheat growing. There are no major commercial centres or current large employers within the immediate locality, meaning you rely on the wider region for shopping and services. The Church of St Garmon, a 13th-century building with a raised circular churchyard, stands as a focal point of the village. If you are considering homes in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community, expect a setting defined by its connection to the River Alyn and its reputation as a historic resting spot for cattle moving from Anglesey to England.

Area Type
Parish
Area Size
27.9 km²
Population
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Population Density
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Demographics

The people of Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community predominantly live lives shaped by rural settlement patterns. The median age in the area is exactly 70 years. This figure indicates that the population skews significantly older than the national average. You are more likely to find retirees and long-term residents here than young families or working-age professionals. The most common age range is broadly "Total", but the high median suggests a demographic where retirement houses dominate. Home ownership stands at 83% for the households in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community. This high rate confirms that the area is overwhelmingly owner-occupied rather than a rental market. Very few residents rent their homes in this parish. The population count reached 1,062 in 2011, reflecting a stable, small community size. While specific data on household composition breakdowns and predominant ethnic groups is not detailed in the current records, the high ownership rate and age profile suggest a community where families have deep roots. Living in this location typically means joining a neighbourhood where the majority of people put down roots and stay for decades, rather than passing through. The social fabric is tight, driven by the fact that eight out of every ten residents own their homes outright or with a mortgage.

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Tenure

83
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Age

70
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Household Deprivation

N/A
with no deprivation

NS-SEC

42
in Lower managerial occupations

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Planning

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who typically lives in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community and what does the demographic profile look like?
The median age in Llanarmon-yn-Ial Community is exactly 70 years. This high figure indicates that the population consists largely of retirees and older residents rather than families with children or young professionals. The community has seen a history of being the capital of the commote of Iâl, and today it retains a quiet, elderly demographic focused on rural living and ownership.

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