Garreg Lwyd is in Tywyn and in Gwynedd district. LL36 9HE is located in the Gorllewin Tywyn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dwyfor Meirionnydd. This postcode has been in use since 2005-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Garreg Lwyd, Tywyn, LL36 9HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL36 9HE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 51.7% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 51.5% | 48.3% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LL36 9HE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.3% | 27.3% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 51.6% | -7.8% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 8.6% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 11.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 | 45.5% | 48% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 35.1% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 12.2% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.7% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 23.9% | 13.4% | -10.5% | 18.2% | -4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 8.7% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 19.7% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.7% | 9.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 18.1% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 29.1% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.6% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.4% | 100% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 100% 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 | 99.4% | 100% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.4% | 100% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.5% | 37.2% | -7.7% |
| Christian | 63.8% | 46.2% | 17.6% |
| Buddhist | 4% | 0.5% | 3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garreg Lwyd was 12.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.1% lower than the Aberdyfi average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Garreg Lwyd has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Aberdyfi and the 15th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Garreg Lwyd, Tywyn, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-06-20 | £341,453 |
| 3 Garreg Lwyd, Tywyn, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-09-29 | £115,299 |
| 3 Garreg Lwyd, Tywyn, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £451,559 | 2022-09-29 | £431,219 |
| 1 Garreg Lwyd, Tywyn, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-02-08 | £354,062 |
| 17 Garreg Lwyd, Tywyn, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £272,500 | 2019-10-24 | £328,239 |
LL36 9HE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LL36 9HE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 9HE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 39 |
| Full-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Penybryn Tywyn , LL36 9EF | - not rated | 334 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Uwchradd Tywyn Station Road , Tywyn LL36 9EU | - not rated | 813 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pendre Garden And Craft Centre | Uned 9b - 10 Stâd Diwydiannol Pendre | 651 yd | |
| Kings Licensed Cafe | Wharf Railway Station Ffordd Neifion | 775 yd | |
| Salt Marsh Kitchen | St Cadfan's Annexe, 6 College Green | 780 yd | |
| Cegin Fach | 7 College Green | 780 yd | |
| Dine India | 12 College Green | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tredegar Arms | Gwesty'r Tredegar Arms, 10 College Green | 784 yd | |
| Tywyn Ex Service And Workmans Club | Working Mens Club Ffordd Neifion | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Garden Chinese Takeaway | Happy Garden Chinese Takeaway, 13 College Green | 784 yd | |
| Peckish Kebab & Pizza House | 5 Stryd Fawr | 869 yd | |
| Môr (Tywyn Ltd) | Môr Tywyn, Llys Awel Stryd Fawr | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tywyn Central Stores | Central Stores Ffordd Neifion | 798 yd | |
| Co-Operative Group (Food) Ltd | 9 Station Road | 977 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 | 85.7% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 76.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.