LL52 0AW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ffordd Cae Rhys, 0.4km from Cricieth in Criccieth. Administratively it sits within Criccieth ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
For serious buyers, LL52 0AW is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k. 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 LL52 0AW are sourced from Output Area W00000313 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FFORDD CAE RHYS, LL52 0AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FFORDD CAE RHYS, LL52 0AW.
245
56
£ 37,900 /yr
40%
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 90% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, LL52 0AW is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £340k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL52 0AW. The average age is 55.5. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 300,000
5 sales · Mean £ 296,400
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LL52 0AW has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
26 nearby- Bwyty Poachers 0.3 km
- Bwyty Swn y Môr0.4 km
- Caffi Cwrt0.3 km
- China Palace0.3 km
- Paddy'S Plaice0.4 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Criccieth Star Pizza and Kebab Shop0.3 km
- Criccieth Star Pizza and Kebab Shop0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Siop 'Sgod a 'Sglod 'Castle'0.5 km
- Castle Fish And Chip Shop0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
30 nearby- Gwesty Mynydd Ednyfed0.8 km
- Mynydd Ednyfed Country House Accommodation0.8 km
- Bron Rhiw Guest House0.1 km
- Gwesty George IV0.3 km
- Gwesty Glyn y Coed0.4 km
- + 25 more
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- J R Jones & Son0.3 km
- J R Jones & Son0.3 km
- Newsday0.3 km
- Nisa / Ameyaal Ltd0.3 km
- Swyddfa Bost Cricieth Post Office0.4 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Bryn Hir Arms0.3 km
- Pow Catering0.3 km
- Bryn Hir Arms0.3 km
- Pow Catering0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Criccieth0.5 km
- Porthmadog6.6 km
- Penychain7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Bron Rhiw0.1 km
- Bron Rhiw0.2 km
- Y Maes High Street0.2 km
- Y Maes High Street0.3 km
- Victoria Terrace0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LL520AW · Data under Open Government Licence