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Location in FlintshireCaergwrle sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Caergwrle
Caergwrle is a small village located in Flintshire, in the north-east of Wales. It lies just south of the border with England, near the town of Mold. The village is known for its historic castle, Caergwrle Castle, which dates back to the 13th century and offers views across the surrounding countryside. The castle is now a scheduled monument and is maintained by Cadw, the historic environment service of the Welsh Government. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered farmsteads contributing to a peaceful atmosphere. The village itself is modest in size, with a few local amenities including a church and a community hall. The postcode area LL12 covers the village and its immediate surroundings, making it easy to locate for visitors. Caergwrle is accessible by road, with the A540 running close by, connecting it to nearby towns and cities.
School Ratings in Caergwrle
Families in Caergwrle have access to 52 local schools.
House Prices in Caergwrle
Homes sell for an average of £259K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £330K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Caergwrle
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Caergwrle, with 28 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in Caergwrle
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Caergwrle, the nearest being Caergwrle Medical Practice (105 yards away).
Local Data for Caergwrle
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Property Prices 3,576 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Caergwrle ONS 2023
The average total household income in Caergwrle is approximately £47,626 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,137. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,137.
Businesses in Caergwrle ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,009 active businesses based in Caergwrle, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 32 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Caergwrle 139 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Caergwrle is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Caergwrle
Of the 11,637 households in and around Caergwrle, 76% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Caergwrle.