LL38 2EQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Francis Avenue, 0.3km from Fairbourne in Fairbourne. Administratively it sits within Arthog a Llangelynnin ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
For families considering a move, LL38 2EQ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 57) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £132k, 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 LL38 2EQ are sourced from Output Area W00000427 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FRANCIS AVENUE, LL38 2EQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FRANCIS AVENUE, LL38 2EQ.
219
57
£ 33,600 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL38 2EQ 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.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 89% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, LL38 2EQ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £132k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL38 2EQ. The average age is 57.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 137,500
4 sales · Mean £ 130,000
Detached
£ 116,250
6 sales · Mean £ 118,750
Terraced
£ 102,500
2 sales · Mean £ 102,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LL38 2EQ has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Caffi Gorsaf y Friog (Rheilffordd y Friog)0.4 km
- Fairbourne Mini Mart0.4 km
- N Pocock Amusements0.6 km
- Fairbourne Mini Mart0.4 km
- Fairbourne Railway Station Cafe0.4 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Caffi Harbour View0.4 km
- Ess0.2 km
- Penrhyn Bar & Grill0.1 km
- Storybook Cafe0.4 km
- Ess0.2 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Fairbourne Chippy0.4 km
- Fairbourne Pizza, Kebab & Puds0.4 km
- Fairbourne Chippy0.4 km
- Fairbourne Pizza, Kebab & Puds0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fairbourne0.4 km
- Morfa Mawddach1.9 km
- Barmouth2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Waverley Road0.2 km
- Stanley Road0.3 km
- Station House0.4 km
- Fairbourne Railway Station0.4 km
- Fairbourne Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LL382EQ · Data under Open Government Licence