LL42 1HX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Abermaw in Barmouth. Administratively it sits within Abermaw ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 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 1HX are sourced from Output Area W00000249 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LL42 1HX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LL42 1HX.
264
44
£ 33,800 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL42 1HX 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 62% owner-occupation and average age 44, LL42 1HX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL42 1HX. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LL42 1HX has low crime rates — 49 incidents 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
22 nearby- Weigh Out0.9 km
- Weigh Out0.9 km
- Fferyllydd Rowlands0.7 km
- Fudgeridoo0.8 km
- Millie Moo's0.7 km
- + 17 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
28 nearby- Aber House0.9 km
- The Tilman0.9 km
- Aber House0.9 km
- The Tilman0.9 km
- Gwesty Tal y Don0.7 km
- + 23 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Barmouth Hotel1.0 km
- Barmouth Hotel1.0 km
- Clwb Raob Cader Idris0.7 km
- The Venue0.6 km
- Raob Cader Idris Club0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
42 nearby- Bistro Bermo0.9 km
- Bwyty Bwyd Môr Inglenook 1.0 km
- Siop Goffi Bradshaw's0.9 km
- The Captains Table0.9 km
- The Old Tea Rooms1.0 km
- + 37 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Browns1.0 km
- Browns1.0 km
- Barmouth Kebab House0.7 km
- Bwyty Tsieineaidd Good Luck0.7 km
- Sizzlers Burger Bar0.7 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Iceland0.6 km
- Spar0.6 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd0.6 km
- Spar Stores0.6 km
- Co-Operative Pioneer0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barmouth0.5 km
- Llanaber2.0 km
- Morfa Mawddach2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Heol Idris0.1 km
- Heol y Sarn0.2 km
- Hafan Deg0.2 km
- North Avenue0.3 km
- Heol y Llan0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LL421HX · Data under Open Government Licence