LL38 2HQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Friog in Fairbourne. Administratively it sits within Arthog a Llangelynnin ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 49 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £285k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LL38 2HQ are sourced from Output Area W00000428 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LL38 2HQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LL38 2HQ.
230
49
£ 33,600 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL38 2HQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LL38 2HQ is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL38 2HQ. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 285,000
1 sales · Mean £ 285,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LL38 2HQ has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Caffi Gorsaf y Friog (Rheilffordd y Friog)0.3 km
- Fairbourne Mini Mart0.3 km
- N Pocock Amusements0.6 km
- Fairbourne Mini Mart0.3 km
- Fairbourne Railway Station Cafe0.3 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Caffi Harbour View0.3 km
- Ess0.5 km
- Penrhyn Bar & Grill0.8 km
- Storybook Cafe0.3 km
- Ess0.5 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Fairbourne Chippy0.3 km
- Fairbourne Pizza, Kebab & Puds0.3 km
- Fairbourne Chippy0.3 km
- Fairbourne Pizza, Kebab & Puds0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fairbourne0.3 km
- Morfa Mawddach1.7 km
- Barmouth3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Fairbourne Turning0.1 km
- Fairboune Turning0.1 km
- Fairbourne Rail Station0.2 km
- Fairbourne (Fairbourne Railway)0.3 km
- Fairbourne Railway Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LL382HQ · Data under Open Government Licence