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Johnstown sits just south of Wrexham, shaped largely by the industrial heritage of the Ruabon coalfield and the old brickworks that once defined this part of the north Wales borderlands. Today, it serves as a practical, self-contained community, centered around the main corridor of the B5605. The geography of the village is defined by its proximity to the A483, which makes commuting towards Chester or Shrewsbury straightforward, yet it retains a distinct local identity separate from the larger town nearby. Within the village, you’ll find essential amenities like the local pharmacy, a dental surgery, and a few independent shops, alongside Morton Sanatorium - a site with a long clinical history. For fresh air, the nearby Stryt Las Park offers a reclaimed green space with a large pond that has become a haven for local wildlife, providing a quiet spot for a walk right on the doorstep of what remains a busy, working-class village.