Postcode Analysis Gwynedd, Wales

BRYN ISLWYN, LL48 6BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRYN ISLWYN, LL48 6BB.

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Population

338

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 35,100 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LL48 6BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. LL48 6BB's 71% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LL48 6BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bryn Islwyn, 0.5km from Penrhyndeudraeth in Penrhyndeudraeth. Administratively it sits within Penrhyndeudraeth ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.

For families considering a move, LL48 6BB represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £125k, 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 LL48 6BB are sourced from Output Area W00000513 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL48 6BB. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 125,000

1 sales · Mean £ 125,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LL48 6BB has low crime rates — 45 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.

Anti-social behaviour38
Violence and sexual offences26
Public order6
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson2

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Mor A Mynydd0.4 km
  • Penrhyn Pizza And Kebab House0.4 km
  • Tecawê Tsieineaidd Silver Lake0.4 km
  • Penrhyn Pizza And Kebab House0.4 km
  • Silver Lake0.4 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Gorsaf Lenwi Park Road0.6 km
  • T Francis Dairy0.3 km
  • Llaethdy Tony Francis Dairy0.3 km
  • Park Road Filling Station0.6 km
  • Rowlands0.3 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • Gwely a Brecwast Cae Gwyn0.6 km
  • Cae Gwyn Bed And Breakfast0.6 km
  • Oak0.4 km
  • Taldraeth - Llety Cymreig0.4 km
  • Oak0.4 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Lemon Tree Ltd0.5 km
  • Lemon Tree Ltd0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Penrhyndeudraeth0.6 km
  • Minffordd1.0 km
  • Llandecwyn1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Adwy Ddu0.3 km
  • Adwy Ddu0.3 km
  • Heol Eryri0.3 km
  • Heol Eryri0.3 km
  • Ysgol Cefn Coch0.4 km