LL42 1BX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Promenade, 1.0km from Llanaber in Barmouth. Administratively it sits within Abermaw ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
For families considering a move, LL42 1BX represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% 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. 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 LL42 1BX are sourced from Output Area W00000246 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE PROMENADE, LL42 1BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE PROMENADE, LL42 1BX.
283
54
£ 33,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
LL42 1BX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL42 1BX. The average age is 53.5. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
LL42 1BX 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
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Great Breaks Leisure Ltd0.2 km
- Great Breaks Leisure Ltd0.2 km
- Min y Môr0.9 km
- Twr Mynach B&B0.9 km
- Ty'R Graig Castle0.4 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Parc Gwyliau Hendre Coed Isaf 0.8 km
- Promenade Cafe0.0 km
- Hendre Coed Isaf0.8 km
- Promenade Cafe0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llanaber1.2 km
- Barmouth1.4 km
- Morfa Mawddach3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Rhes Fronheulog0.2 km
- Rhes Fronheulog0.3 km
- Heol Llywelyn0.4 km
- Mynydd ar Mor0.4 km
- Ty'r Graig Hotel0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LL421BX · Data under Open Government Licence