LL52 0ED is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rock Villas, 0.2km from Y Dref in Criccieth. Administratively it sits within Criccieth ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
For families considering a move, LL52 0ED represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An established, mature community with an average age of 57 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 0ED are sourced from Output Area W00000310 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ROCK VILLAS, LL52 0ED House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROCK VILLAS, LL52 0ED.
306
57
£ 37,900 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL52 0ED represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
LL52 0ED is a settled retirement community — average age 57, 88% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL52 0ED. The average age is 56.8. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LL52 0ED has low crime rates — 29 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 0.4 km
- Bwyty Swn y Môr0.3 km
- Caffi Cwrt0.4 km
- China Palace0.4 km
- Paddy'S Plaice0.3 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Criccieth Star Pizza and Kebab Shop0.4 km
- Criccieth Star Pizza and Kebab Shop0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Siop 'Sgod a 'Sglod 'Castle'0.2 km
- Castle Fish And Chip Shop0.2 km
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- J R Jones & Son0.4 km
- J R Jones & Son0.4 km
- Newsday0.4 km
- Nisa / Ameyaal Ltd0.4 km
- Swyddfa Bost Cricieth Post Office0.3 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
28 nearby- Bron Rhiw Guest House0.7 km
- Gwesty George IV0.4 km
- Gwesty Glyn y Coed0.6 km
- Gwesty Henfaes0.6 km
- Gwesty Plas Isa0.6 km
- + 23 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Bryn Hir Arms0.4 km
- Pow Catering0.4 km
- Bryn Hir Arms0.4 km
- Pow Catering0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Criccieth0.3 km
- Porthmadog6.8 km
- Penychain7.2 km
Bus Stops
- Criccieth Rail Station0.3 km
- Criccieth Rail Station0.3 km
- Criccieth Rail Station0.3 km
- Swyddfa'r Post Office0.4 km
- Swyddfa'r Post Office0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LL520ED · Data under Open Government Licence