LL42 1AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Llanaber in Gwynedd. Administratively it sits within Abermaw ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
For families considering a move, LL42 1AZ represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 55) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £123k, 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 LL42 1AZ are sourced from Output Area W00000248 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LL42 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LL42 1AZ.
159
55
£ 33,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 86% owner-occupation and an average age of 55, LL42 1AZ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £123k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL42 1AZ. The average age is 55.1. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 123,500
1 sales · Mean £ 123,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
LL42 1AZ has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Parc Carafannau Trawsdir 0.9 km
- Trawsdir Caravan Park0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Norbar0.9 km
- Norbar0.9 km
- Parc Gwyliau Hendre Coed Isaf 0.4 km
- Hendre Coed Isaf0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Caerddaniel Caravan Park Shop & Take Away0.9 km
- The Catch Fish & Chip Shop Ltd0.9 km
- Caerddaniel Caravan Park Shop & Take Away0.9 km
- The Catch Fish & Chip Shop Ltd0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Great Breaks Leisure Ltd0.9 km
- Great Breaks Leisure Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llanaber0.2 km
- Barmouth2.5 km
- Talybont3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Llanaber Rail Station0.1 km
- Llanaber Rail Station0.1 km
- Llanaber Garage0.1 km
- Garage0.1 km
- Hendrecoed Isaf Caravan Park0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LL421AZ · Data under Open Government Licence