National Street is in Tywyn and in Gwynedd district. LL36 9DD is located in the Gorllewin Tywyn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dwyfor Meirionnydd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about National Street, Tywyn, LL36 9DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL36 9EA, LL36 9EP, LL36 9DA, LL36 9DJ, LL36 9DB, LL36 9EE, LL36 9DN, LL36 9ED, LL36 9DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL36 9DD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 48.5% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 49.4% | 51.5% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.2% | 34.5% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 38.9% | -8.5% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 13.3% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 10.3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.1% | 33.5% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -14.9% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 34.8% | -4.9% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 19.3% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 9.9% | 5.4% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 27.7% | 21.8% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 12.6% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 15% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 5.3% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 20.4% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 24.8% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.6% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.3% 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% | 98.3% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.4% | 76.7% | -13.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 35.3% | 13.5% | 21.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around National Street was 99.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.9% higher than the Aberdyfi average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
National Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Aberdyfi and the 104th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ty Cadfan Sant National Street, Tywyn, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2003-08-18 | £504,786 |
| Ty Cadfan Sant National Street, Tywyn, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 1999-07-16 | £428,077 |
LL36 9DD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in LL36 9DD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Penybryn Tywyn , LL36 9EF | - not rated | 331 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Uwchradd Tywyn Station Road , Tywyn LL36 9EU | - not rated | 438 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Marsh Kitchen | St Cadfan's Annexe, 6 College Green | 116 yd | |
| Cegin Fach | 7 College Green | 117 yd | |
| Dine India | 12 College Green | 131 yd | |
| Bay Of Bengal | 14 College Green | 136 yd | |
| Retreat Cafe & Bar | Market Hall College Green | 146 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tredegar Arms | Gwesty'r Tredegar Arms, 10 College Green | 122 yd | |
| Tywyn Ex Service And Workmans Club | Working Mens Club Ffordd Neifion | 180 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Garden Chinese Takeaway | Happy Garden Chinese Takeaway, 13 College Green | 122 yd | |
| Peckish Kebab & Pizza House | 5 Stryd Fawr | 265 yd | |
| Môr (Tywyn Ltd) | Môr Tywyn, Llys Awel Stryd Fawr | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tywyn Central Stores | Central Stores Ffordd Neifion | 180 yd | |
| Co-Operative Group (Food) Ltd | 9 Station Road | 521 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.