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Location in WrexhamActon sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Acton
Acton is a small settlement located in the county of Wrexham, within the country of Wales. It lies within the LL12 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the region. The area is characterised by open countryside and agricultural land, with a modest number of homes and local amenities. Acton is part of the wider community of Gresford and is known for its quiet, peaceful environment. The surrounding landscape offers views of rolling hills and farmland, typical of the Welsh countryside. While not a large village, Acton maintains a sense of community and is accessible by road from nearby towns. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider Wrexham area and the nearby Clwydian Range.
School Ratings in Acton
Families in Acton have access to 58 local schools.
House Prices in Acton
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 Acton
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Acton, with 28 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in Acton
There are 18 GP surgeries within three miles of Acton, the nearest being Borras Park Surgery (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Acton
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Property Prices 3,576 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Acton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Acton 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 Acton ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,009 active businesses based in Acton, 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 Acton 139 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Acton 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
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Acton
Of the 11,637 households in and around Acton, 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 Acton.