LL72 8HJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Swn Yr Afon, 0.4km from Moelfre in Moelfre. Administratively it sits within Lligwy ward and the Ynys Môn constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LL72 8HJ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 19% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k. 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 LL72 8HJ are sourced from Output Area W00000162 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SWN YR AFON, LL72 8HJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SWN YR AFON, LL72 8HJ.
279
42
£ 37,400 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LL72 8HJ 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
With 41% social renting, LL72 8HJ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL72 8HJ. The average age is 42.0. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
LL72 8HJ has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Y Siop0.1 km
- Y Siop0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Llety Gwely a Brecwast Bryn Awelon0.9 km
- Bryn Awelon B&B0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Tafarn y Kinmel Arms,0.2 km
- Kinmel Arms Hotel0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Coastal Cafe and Fish Bar0.1 km
- Pantri Ann0.2 km
- Ann's Pantry0.2 km
- Coastal Cafe and Fish Bar0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llanfairpwll14.6 km
- Bangor (Gwynedd)15.8 km
- Llanfairfechan20.0 km
Bus Stops
- Moelfre Bus Station0.2 km
- Nant Bychan Estate0.3 km
- Nant Bychan Estate0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LL728HJ · Data under Open Government Licence