LL49 9YA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Beach Road in Morfa Bychan. Administratively it sits within Gorllewin Porthmadog ward and the Dwyfor Meirionnydd constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LL49, LL49 9YA offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 60 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £310k, up 8.3% 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 9YA are sourced from Output Area W00000539 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEACH ROAD, LL49 9YA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEACH ROAD, LL49 9YA.
282
60
£ 35,100 /yr
35%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LL49 9YA is a settled retirement community — average age 60, 86% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 8.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL49 9YA. The average age is 60.1. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 240,000
9 sales · Mean £ 253,183
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
LL49 9YA has low crime rates — 31 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
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Marina Bar0.6 km
- Mash & Barrel0.6 km
- Arlwyo Golff Porthmadog0.5 km
- Marina Bar0.6 km
- Mash & Barrell0.6 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Mini Market0.6 km
- Essentials0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Cook's Porthmadog0.6 km
- Cook'S Of Porthmadog0.6 km
- Millies0.6 km
- Schooner Fish And Chip Shop0.3 km
- Millies0.6 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Funshop0.6 km
- Select Convenience0.6 km
- Select Convenience0.6 km
- wonder shop0.6 km
- Parc Carafannau Garreg Goch0.4 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Porthmadog2.9 km
- Criccieth5.0 km
- Minffordd5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.3 km
- Capel Nazareth0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LL499YA · Data under Open Government Licence