Postcode Analysis Gwynedd, Wales

LL38 2PJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LL38 2PJ.

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Population

224

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 33,600 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LL38 2PJ 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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9/10
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6/10
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1/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 80% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, LL38 2PJ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.

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

LL38 2PJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Fairbourne in Fairbourne. Administratively it sits within Arthog a Llangelynnin ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 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 LL38 2PJ are sourced from Output Area W00000429 (shared with 12 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 LL38 2PJ. 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

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

LL38 2PJ has low crime rates — 22 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.

Violence and sexual offences9
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Caffi Gorsaf y Friog (Rheilffordd y Friog)0.3 km
  • Fairbourne Mini Mart0.3 km
  • N Pocock Amusements0.6 km
  • Fairbourne Mini Mart0.3 km
  • Fairbourne Railway Station Cafe0.3 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Caffi Harbour View0.3 km
  • Ess0.0 km
  • Penrhyn Bar & Grill0.2 km
  • Storybook Cafe0.2 km
  • Ess0.0 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Fairbourne Chippy0.3 km
  • Fairbourne Pizza, Kebab & Puds0.3 km
  • Fairbourne Chippy0.3 km
  • Fairbourne Pizza, Kebab & Puds0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Fairbourne0.3 km
  • Morfa Mawddach1.8 km
  • Barmouth2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Waverley Road0.1 km
  • Stanley Road0.2 km
  • Station House0.3 km
  • Fairbourne Rail Station0.3 km
  • Station House0.3 km