Castle Street is in Bala and in Gwynedd district. LL23 7UY is located in the Y Bala electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dwyfor Meirionnydd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Castle Street, Bala, LL23 7UY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL23 7UU, LL23 7UT, LL23 7AN, LL23 7AL, LL23 7AF, LL23 7AW, LL23 7AH, LL23 7ND, LL23 7AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LL23 7UY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 55.1% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 47.3% | 44.9% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LL23 7UY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44% | 49.8% | 5.8% | 37.9% | 11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.9% | 30% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -14.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 9.3% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 12% | 8.1% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.7% | 46.8% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 35.9% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 14.2% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 25.3% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 13.1% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 11.4% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 6.1% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 15.9% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 25.7% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 99.7% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 95.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.6% | 95.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 94.9% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.3% | 76.7% | -15.4% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 35.4% | 13.5% | 21.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Street was 117.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 218.7% higher than the Corris a Mawddwy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castle Street has the highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Corris a Mawddwy and the 88th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 52.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Castle Street, Bala, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-10-06 | £143,713 |
| 14 Castle Street, Bala, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2016-10-03 | £219,713 |
| 14 Castle Street, Bala, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2007-02-27 | £151,655 |
| 12 Castle Street, Bala, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £50,500 | 1998-09-18 | £243,341 |
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Godre'r Berwyn Heol Ffrydan , LL23 7RU | - not rated | 246 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Bro Tryweryn Frongoch , Bala LL23 7NT | - not rated | 4,205 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Ffridd y LLyn Cefnddwysarn , Bala LL23 7HE | - not rated | 5,242 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Badell Aur | Y Badell Aur, 35 Y Stryd Fawr | 109 yd | |
| Y Cwrt | Y Cwrt, 60 - 62 Y Stryd Fawr | 134 yd | |
| Cyfnod Cafe & Bistro | Y Cyfnod, 48 Y Stryd Fawr | 154 yd | |
| Sospan Fach | Y Sospan Fach, 97 Y Stryd Fawr | 168 yd | |
| Hoffi Coffi | Jan's Caffe, 64 Y Stryd Fawr | 191 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goat Hotel | 41 Y Stryd Fawr | 116 yd | |
| Bulls Head | Yr Hen Ben Tarw, 78 Y Stryd Fawr | 191 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Kebab House | 57 Y Stryd Fawr | 105 yd | |
| New China | New China, 3 Heol Tegid | 168 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar (Tates Limited) | Spar, 39 Y Stryd Fawr | 109 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Food Limited | 80 - 82 Y Stryd Fawr | 194 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.