LL38 2NZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Penybryn Terrace, 0.7km from Friog in Fairbourne. Administratively it sits within Arthog a Llangelynnin ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents here average 57 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £130k, 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 2NZ are sourced from Output Area W00000427 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PENYBRYN TERRACE, LL38 2NZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PENYBRYN TERRACE, LL38 2NZ.
219
57
£ 33,600 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL38 2NZ 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
LL38 2NZ is a settled retirement community — average age 57, 89% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With £130k 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 LL38 2NZ. 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
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 130,000
2 sales · Mean £ 130,000
Semi-Detached
£ 104,500
1 sales · Mean £ 104,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
LL38 2NZ has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. 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)0.7 km
- Fairbourne Mini Mart0.7 km
- N Pocock Amusements0.4 km
- Fairbourne Mini Mart0.7 km
- Fairbourne Railway Station Cafe0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Caffi Harbour View0.7 km
- Ess0.9 km
- Storybook Cafe0.7 km
- Ess0.9 km
- Harbour View Cafe (Fairbourne Railway Ltd)0.7 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Fairbourne Chippy0.7 km
- Fairbourne Pizza, Kebab & Puds0.7 km
- Fairbourne Chippy0.7 km
- Fairbourne Pizza, Kebab & Puds0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fairbourne0.7 km
- Morfa Mawddach2.3 km
- Llwyngwril3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Friog Terrace0.1 km
- Friog Terrace0.1 km
- Godre Meurig0.2 km
- Godre Meurig0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LL382NZ · Data under Open Government Licence