Postcode Analysis Gwynedd, Wales

MAES GWYNEDD, LL55 1DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAES GWYNEDD, LL55 1DH.

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Population

336

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 37,900 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LL55 1DH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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3/10
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7/10
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7/10
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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

LL55 1DH is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

LL55 1DH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Maes Gwynedd, 0.3km from Maesincla in Caernarfon. Administratively it sits within Cadnant ward and the Arfon constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LL55 1DH is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 30% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 LL55 1DH are sourced from Output Area W00000298 (shared with 9 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 LL55 1DH. 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 / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 125,000

3 sales · Mean £ 121,500

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

LL55 1DH has low crime rates — 45 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.

Violence and sexual offences80
Anti-social behaviour31
Criminal damage and arson26
Public order14
Drugs11

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

34 nearby
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.7 km
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.7 km
  • Banc Bwyd Caernarfon0.8 km
  • Caernarfon Foodbank0.8 km
  • Penrallt Youth Centre0.9 km
  • + 29 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

10 nearby
  • Gwesty Bron Menai0.7 km
  • Marianfa0.6 km
  • Premier Inn1.0 km
  • Gwesty Bron Menai0.7 km
  • Marianfa0.6 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Alexandra Hotel0.7 km
  • Alexandra Hotel0.7 km
  • Twthill Vaults0.7 km
  • Twthill Vaults0.7 km
  • Clwb Cefnogwyr Peldroed Caernarfon1.0 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

34 nearby
  • Smoothie Bar0.6 km
  • Yr Harbwr1.0 km
  • Smoothie Bar0.6 km
  • Yr Harbwr1.0 km
  • Beacon Climbing Centre Ltd0.8 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.7 km
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.7 km
  • Iceland1.0 km
  • Iceland Foods Ltd1.0 km
  • Archfarchnad Asda0.9 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • Caernarfon Kebab And Burger House1.0 km
  • Lucky Fish Bar1.0 km
  • Siop Cae0.7 km
  • Caernarfon Kebab And Burger House1.0 km
  • Lucky Fish Bar1.0 km
  • + 17 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Llanfairpwll9.3 km
  • Bangor (Gwynedd)12.2 km
  • Bodorgan12.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Maes Hyfryd Middle0.1 km
  • Maes Hyfryd0.2 km
  • Maes Hyfryd0.2 km
  • Cae Mur0.2 km
  • Maes Gwynedd0.2 km