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Overton and Maelor South

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About

Overton sits within the Maelor South ward, an area characterised by its rural landscape on the Welsh side of the border with England. The village itself is a linear settlement stretching along the B5069, with many buildings constructed from local brick and timber. The surrounding farmland is predominantly used for arable crops and pasture, defining the open views and quiet lanes. This is a working agricultural area with a settled community.

A specific feature is the collection of over thirty Commonwealth War Graves in the churchyard of St. Mary the Virgin, reflecting the area's historical military connections. The community is served by local amenities including a primary school, village hall, and several public houses. The River Dee forms a significant part of the western boundary, with the land lying within the Vale of Llangollen, influencing both the topography and land use patterns.

Area overview

On average Overton and Maelor South has None deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Overton and Maelor South is £49,669 per year. Overton and Maelor South is home to around 2,725 people, with a population density of about 73.6 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
37
Deprivation level
N/A
Income level
9/10
Social housing
7.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Overton and Maelor South Population
2,725
Population density
73.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
22.39(-34%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.34(-44%)
Other theft
4.4(-4%)
Burglary
3.3(+41%)
Public order
1.83(-78%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,631
96.59%
Other White
37
1.36%
White and Asian (mixed)
8
0.29%
Other
8
0.29%
Irish
7
0.26%
Total population: 2,724

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
810
36.42%
No qualifications
363
16.32%
Level 3 (A level)
363
16.32%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
328
14.75%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
199
8.95%
Total 16+ residents: 2,224

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
509
43.77%
Owns with a mortgage
363
31.21%
Private landlord or letting agency
154
13.24%
Social rents from council
84
7.22%
Other social rented
23
1.98%
Total households: 1,163

Property prices in Overton and Maelor South

Based on 31 recent sales, the median property price is £238,000 in Overton and Maelor South area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £1,150,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Overton and Maelor South in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Overton and Maelor South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£325,000
Flats1£120,000
Semi-Detached7£215,000
Terraced6£190,000

10 years median price trend in Overton and Maelor South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Overton and Maelor South.

All postcodes in Overton and Maelor South

LL130LU

Bryn Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.