Postcode Analysis Gwynedd, Wales

LL55 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LL55 1BU.

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Population

291

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 37,900 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LL55 1BU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

LL55 1BU has a significant social housing presence — 87% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

LL55 1BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Maesincla in Caernarfon. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Cadnant ward and the Arfon constituency.

This is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 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 LL55 1BU are sourced from Output Area W00000293 (shared with 8 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 LL55 1BU. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

LL55 1BU has low crime rates — 44 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.

Violence and sexual offences107
Anti-social behaviour37
Criminal damage and arson31
Public order18
Drugs15

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

46 nearby
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.6 km
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.6 km
  • Home Bargains0.7 km
  • Siop Elidir0.2 km
  • Home Bargains0.7 km
  • + 41 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

18 nearby
  • Gwesty Bron Menai0.6 km
  • Marianfa0.5 km
  • Premier Inn0.8 km
  • Travelodge0.8 km
  • Gwesty Bron Menai0.6 km
  • + 13 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

34 nearby
  • Alexandra Hotel0.6 km
  • Alexandra Hotel0.6 km
  • Clwb Hwylio Caernarfon1.0 km
  • Caernarfon Sailing Club1.0 km
  • Clwb Iotio Brenhinol Cymru1.0 km
  • + 29 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

82 nearby
  • Fu'S0.9 km
  • Ridiculously Rich0.8 km
  • Smoothie Bar0.7 km
  • Yr Harbwr0.8 km
  • Fu'S0.9 km
  • + 77 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.6 km
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.6 km
  • Archfarchnad Asda0.7 km
  • Asda Stores Ltd0.7 km
  • Iceland0.8 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • The Gold Lion0.6 km
  • The Gold Lion0.6 km
  • Caernarfon Kebab And Burger House0.8 km
  • Lucky Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Siop Cae0.5 km
  • + 17 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Llanfairpwll9.5 km
  • Bangor (Gwynedd)12.4 km
  • Bodorgan12.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Maes Sincla0.1 km
  • Maes Hyfryd0.1 km
  • Y Glyn0.1 km
  • Cae Mur0.2 km
  • Maes Hyfryd0.2 km