LL49 9DY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Porthmadog in Porthmadog. Administratively it sits within Dwyrain Porthmadog ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
For families considering a move, LL49 9DY represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 LL49 9DY are sourced from Output Area W00000535 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LL49 9DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LL49 9DY.
299
55
£ 35,100 /yr
38%
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
LL49 9DY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (55) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL49 9DY. The average age is 54.5. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LL49 9DY is moderate at 83 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- Breaktimes0.5 km
- Costa0.6 km
- Glaslyn Tandoori0.6 km
- Ochirly Oriental0.4 km
- Sbortport0.5 km
- + 31 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Archfarchnad Aldi0.4 km
- Lidl0.4 km
- Lidl0.4 km
- Tesco0.2 km
- Spar0.4 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Emilia's0.3 km
- Tecawê Madog Takeaway0.4 km
- Emilia's0.3 km
- Garreg Ddu Coffee & Sandwich Bar0.5 km
- Madog Takeaway0.4 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
52 nearby- G L & B L Williams0.9 km
- G L & B L Williams0.9 km
- Cig Porthmadog 0.4 km
- L Rowlands & Co0.4 km
- Paganuzzi0.4 km
- + 47 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Clwb Pêl-droed Porthmadog0.8 km
- Porthmadog Football Club Ltd0.8 km
- Rheilffordd Ffestiniog (Y Trên Bach / Spooners)0.9 km
- Tafarn Pencei0.8 km
- The Australia0.6 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
10 nearby- The Big Rock Cafe And Hotel0.4 km
- Tudor Lodge - Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
- The Big Rock Cafe And Hotel0.4 km
- Tudor Lodge - Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
- Yr Hen Fecws0.7 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Porthmadog0.3 km
- Minffordd3.2 km
- Penrhyndeudraeth4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Ysgol Eifionydd0.1 km
- Porthmadog Railway Station0.1 km
- Porthmadog Rail Station0.1 km
- Porthmadog Rail Station0.1 km
- Queen's Hotel Q0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: LL499DY · Data under Open Government Licence