LL40 1BY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Minafon Terrace, 0.6km from Dolgellau in Dolgellau. Administratively it sits within Gogledd Dolgellau ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 LL40 1BY are sourced from Output Area W00000344 (shared with 43 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MINAFON TERRACE, LL40 1BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MINAFON TERRACE, LL40 1BY.
239
44
£ 33,800 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 44, LL40 1BY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL40 1BY. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 102,000
2 sales · Mean £ 102,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LL40 1BY is moderate at 55 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Boots Dolgellau0.2 km
- Dd'S Bakery & Sandwich Bar0.2 km
- Fferyllfa Rowlands0.2 km
- Siop y Cymro0.2 km
- Siop Y Cymro0.2 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
20 nearby- Ivy House0.2 km
- Plas Isa Guesthouse0.2 km
- Ty Seren0.2 km
- Ty Seren0.2 km
- Y Meirionnydd0.2 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Beechwood House0.1 km
- Clwb Rygbi Dolgellau0.5 km
- Cross Keys0.2 km
- Tŷ Siamas0.2 km
- Ty Siamas0.2 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Gwin Dylanwad0.2 km
- Moto Junkies Ltd0.7 km
- Popty'r Dref Dolgellau0.2 km
- Gwin Dylanwad Wine0.2 km
- Moto Junkies Ltd0.7 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Spar Express Dolgellau0.2 km
- The Co-Operative Group (Food) Ltd0.1 km
- The Co-Operative Group (Food) Ltd0.1 km
- Spar Dolgellau0.1 km
- Spar Dolgellau0.1 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chinese Cottage0.1 km
- Dolgellau Kebab & Burger House0.1 km
- Chinese Cottage0.1 km
- Dolgellau Kebab & Burger House0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Morfa Mawddach10.8 km
- Barmouth11.9 km
- Fairbourne12.4 km
Bus Stops
- Sgwâr Eldon Square 10.2 km
- Sgwâr Eldon Square 20.2 km
- Ysgol y Gader0.2 km
- Bont Fawr0.2 km
- Texaco Garage0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LL401BY · Data under Open Government Licence