Postcode Analysis Gwynedd, Wales

LL46 2AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LL46 2AA.

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Population

312

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 33,500 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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6/10
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1/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 48, LL46 2AA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

LL46 2AA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Lower Harlech in Harlech. Administratively it sits within Harlech a Llanbedr ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.

For families considering a move, LL46 2AA represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 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 LL46 2AA are sourced from Output Area W00000383 (shared with 17 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 LL46 2AA. The average age is 48.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

LL46 2AA has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour20
Violence and sexual offences11
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft2
Public order1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Castell Harlech (Cadw Llywodraeth Cymru)0.7 km
  • Castle Gift Shop0.7 km
  • Garej Morfa0.5 km
  • Hufenfa'r Castell 0.7 km
  • Medical Hall (Fferyllfa Rowlands)0.7 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Byrdir House0.7 km
  • The Queen's Hotel0.5 km
  • Byrdir House0.7 km
  • The Queen's Hotel0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Castle Cottage Inn0.6 km
  • Clwb Golff Brenhinol Dewi Sant0.8 km
  • Y Branwen0.8 km
  • Castle Cottage Inn0.6 km
  • Royal St Davids Golf Club0.8 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Bwyty Golden Inn0.9 km
  • Caffi Castell Harlech0.7 km
  • Bean & Blwm0.7 km
  • Caffi Castell Harlech0.7 km
  • Plas Cafe0.7 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Harlech Tandoori0.7 km
  • Pie Shop0.9 km
  • Pie Shop0.9 km
  • Harlech Tandoori0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harlech0.5 km
  • Llandanwg3.5 km
  • Tygwyn3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Bron yr Hwlfa0.1 km
  • Bron yr Hwlfa0.1 km
  • Harlech Rail Station0.5 km
  • Harlech Ysgol Ardudwy 0.5 km
  • Harlech Rail Station0.5 km