LL40 1ES is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Smithfield Square, 0.6km from Wenallt in Dolgellau. Administratively it sits within De Dolgellau ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
Within the LL40 district, this postcode is characterised by 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. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £222k, up 144.8% year-on-year. 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 LL40 1ES are sourced from Output Area W00000347 (shared with 50 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SMITHFIELD SQUARE, LL40 1ES House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SMITHFIELD SQUARE, LL40 1ES.
208
47
£ 33,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL40 1ES 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 51% owner-occupation and average age 47, LL40 1ES has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 144.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL40 1ES. The average age is 47.4. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 132,250
4 sales · Mean £ 167,937
Semi-Detached
£ 125,000
2 sales · Mean £ 125,000
Detached
£ 455,000
1 sales · Mean £ 455,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LL40 1ES is moderate at 55 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
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Boots Dolgellau0.1 km
- Dd'S Bakery & Sandwich Bar0.1 km
- Fferyllfa Rowlands0.1 km
- Siop y Cymro0.1 km
- Siop Y Cymro0.1 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
20 nearby- Ivy House0.1 km
- Plas Isa Guesthouse0.2 km
- Ty Seren0.1 km
- Aber Cottage Bed & Breakfast0.2 km
- Borthwen B&B0.5 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Beechwood House0.2 km
- Clwb Rygbi Dolgellau0.4 km
- Cross Keys0.1 km
- Tŷ Siamas0.1 km
- Ty Siamas0.1 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Gwin Dylanwad0.0 km
- Moto Junkies Ltd0.8 km
- Popty'r Dref Dolgellau0.0 km
- Gwin Dylanwad Wine0.0 km
- Moto Junkies Ltd0.8 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Spar Express Dolgellau0.3 km
- The Co-Operative Group (Food) Ltd0.2 km
- The Co-Operative Group (Food) Ltd0.2 km
- Spar Dolgellau0.1 km
- Spar Dolgellau0.1 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Chinese Cottage0.1 km
- Dolgellau Kebab & Burger House0.0 km
- Chinese Cottage0.1 km
- Dolgellau Kebab & Burger House0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Morfa Mawddach10.7 km
- Barmouth11.8 km
- Fairbourne12.3 km
Bus Stops
- Sgwâr Eldon Square 20.1 km
- Sgwâr Eldon Square 10.1 km
- Ysgol y Gader0.3 km
- Ysgol y Gader0.3 km
- Ysgol y Gader0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LL401ES · Data under Open Government Licence