LL38 2NJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Friog in Fairbourne. Administratively it sits within Arthog a Llangelynnin ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
For families considering a move, LL38 2NJ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 57 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 2NJ are sourced from Output Area W00000427 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LL38 2NJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LL38 2NJ.
219
57
£ 33,600 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL38 2NJ 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 2NJ is a settled retirement community — average age 57, 89% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL38 2NJ. The average age is 57.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
LL38 2NJ has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. 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)0.5 km
- Fairbourne Mini Mart0.5 km
- N Pocock Amusements0.5 km
- Fairbourne Mini Mart0.5 km
- Fairbourne Railway Station Cafe0.5 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Caffi Harbour View0.5 km
- Ess0.7 km
- Penrhyn Bar & Grill0.9 km
- Storybook Cafe0.5 km
- Ess0.7 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Fairbourne Chippy0.5 km
- Fairbourne Pizza, Kebab & Puds0.5 km
- Fairbourne Chippy0.5 km
- Fairbourne Pizza, Kebab & Puds0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fairbourne0.5 km
- Morfa Mawddach2.1 km
- Barmouth3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Godre Meurig0.1 km
- Godre Meurig0.1 km
- Friog Terrace0.3 km
- Friog Terrace0.3 km
- Fairbourne Turning0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LL382NJ · Data under Open Government Licence