LL46 2SL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Penybryn Estate, 0.1km from Harlech in Harlech. Administratively it sits within Harlech a Llanbedr ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
For families considering a move, LL46 2SL represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k. 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 2SL are sourced from Output Area W00000383 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PENYBRYN ESTATE, LL46 2SL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENYBRYN ESTATE, LL46 2SL.
312
48
£ 33,500 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LL46 2SL is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL46 2SL. The average age is 48.4. 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
£ 275,000
3 sales · Mean £ 279,983
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LL46 2SL has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Bean & Blwm0.2 km
- Bwyty a Chaffi'r Plas0.2 km
- Canolfan Hamdden Harlech ac Ardudwy0.7 km
- Wilderness0.2 km
- Golden Inn Restaurant0.2 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Harlech Tandoori0.1 km
- Harlech Tandoori0.1 km
- Pie Shop0.2 km
- Pie Shop0.2 km
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Castell Harlech (Cadw Llywodraeth Cymru)0.2 km
- Castle Gift Shop0.2 km
- Hufenfa'r Castell 0.2 km
- Medical Hall (Fferyllfa Rowlands)0.2 km
- Morfa Stores0.7 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Byrdir House0.2 km
- Crown Lodge0.4 km
- The Queen's Hotel0.4 km
- Byrdir House0.2 km
- Crown Lodge0.4 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Castle Cottage Inn0.2 km
- Clwb Golff Brenhinol Dewi Sant0.4 km
- Y Branwen0.4 km
- Castle Cottage Inn0.2 km
- Royal St Davids Golf Club0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Harlech0.4 km
- Llandanwg2.9 km
- Pensarn3.2 km
Bus Stops
- St Tanwg`s Church War Memorial0.2 km
- War Memorial0.2 km
- Maes Parcio Cefn-coed0.2 km
- High Street0.3 km
- High Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LL462SL · Data under Open Government Licence