LL46 2GY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cae Gwastad, 0.7km from Lower Harlech in Harlech. Administratively it sits within Harlech a Llanbedr ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
For families considering a move, LL46 2GY represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £280k. 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 LL46 2GY are sourced from Output Area W00000386 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CAE GWASTAD, LL46 2GY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAE GWASTAD, LL46 2GY.
287
47
£ 33,500 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL46 2GY 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LL46 2GY spans multiple life stages — average age 47, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL46 2GY. The average age is 46.7. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 142,500
7 sales · Mean £ 162,492
Detached
£ 209,000
12 sales · Mean £ 238,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LL46 2GY has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Castell Harlech (Cadw Llywodraeth Cymru)0.9 km
- Castle Gift Shop0.9 km
- Garej Morfa0.4 km
- Hufenfa'r Castell 0.9 km
- Medical Hall (Fferyllfa Rowlands)0.9 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Byrdir House1.0 km
- The Queen's Hotel0.7 km
- Byrdir House1.0 km
- The Queen's Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Castle Cottage Inn0.8 km
- Clwb Golff Brenhinol Dewi Sant0.9 km
- Y Branwen0.9 km
- Castle Cottage Inn0.8 km
- Royal St Davids Golf Club0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Caffi Castell Harlech0.9 km
- Bean & Blwm0.9 km
- Caffi Castell Harlech0.9 km
- Plas Cafe1.0 km
- Wilderness1.0 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Harlech Tandoori0.9 km
- Harlech Tandoori0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Harlech0.7 km
- Tygwyn3.6 km
- Llandanwg3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Bron yr Hwlfa0.2 km
- Bron yr Hwlfa0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LL462GY · Data under Open Government Licence