Postcode Analysis Gwynedd, Wales

MADOC STREET, LL49 9BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MADOC STREET, LL49 9BU.

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Population

261

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 35,100 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LL49 9BU 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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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. LL49 9BU's 60% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 23.6% year-on-year.

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

LL49 9BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Madoc Street, 0.1km from Porthmadog in Porthmadog. Administratively it sits within Dwyrain Porthmadog ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.

For families considering a move, LL49 9BU represents 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. Outside of residential hours, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 98 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 23.6% 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 LL49 9BU are sourced from Output Area W00000536 (shared with 19 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 LL49 9BU. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 137,500

24 sales · Mean £ 148,666

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

Crime around LL49 9BU is above average at 98 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.

Violence and sexual offences61
Anti-social behaviour30
Shoplifting22
Public order21
Criminal damage and arson17

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

40 nearby
  • Breaktimes0.8 km
  • Costa0.1 km
  • Glaslyn Tandoori0.3 km
  • Ochirly Oriental0.2 km
  • Sbortport0.1 km
  • + 35 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Archfarchnad Aldi0.6 km
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • + 3 more
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Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Emilia's0.3 km
  • Tecawê Madog Takeaway0.2 km
  • Emilia's0.3 km
  • Garreg Ddu Coffee & Sandwich Bar0.2 km
  • Madog Takeaway0.2 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

50 nearby
  • Madog Garage0.6 km
  • Millets0.8 km
  • Welsh Highland Railway Ltd0.5 km
  • GO Outdoors Express0.8 km
  • Madog Garage0.6 km
  • + 45 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • Royal Sportsman Hotel0.4 km
  • Royal Sportsman Hotel0.4 km
  • Yr Hen Fecws0.2 km
  • Yr Hen Fecws0.2 km
  • The Big Rock Cafe And Hotel0.2 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Station Inn0.7 km
  • Tafarn y Red Lion0.3 km
  • Red Lion0.3 km
  • Station Inn0.7 km
  • Rheilffordd Ffestiniog (Y Trên Bach / Spooners)0.3 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Porthmadog0.7 km
  • Minffordd2.9 km
  • Penrhyndeudraeth4.3 km

Bus Stops

  • The Australia0.1 km
  • Porthmadog Park Stand A0.1 km
  • Porthmadog Park Stand B0.1 km
  • Porthmadog Park Stand C0.1 km
  • Madog Street0.2 km