Church Road is in Barmouth and in Gwynedd district. LL42 1AG is located in the Abermaw electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dwyfor Meirionnydd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Road, Barmouth, LL42 1AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL42 1AY, LL42 1AT, LL42 1AS, LL42 1AR, LL42 1AE, LL42 1DL, LL42 1BD, LL42 1AN, LL42 1DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LL42 1AG is primarily male, with 54.1% of the population 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 | 47.9% | 45.9% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -5.1% |
| Male | 52.1% | 54.1% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 5.1% |
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 | 36.3% | 36.2% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.2% | 42.9% | 4.7% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 5.7% | 1.2% | -4.5% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 13% | 8% | -5.0% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 10.4% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 47.3% | 42.6% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 32.2% | 3.3% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 13% | 21.3% | 8.3% | 12.7% | 8.6% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 3.3% | -5.9% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 26.7% | 16.8% | -9.9% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 8.1% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 21.1% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 7.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 13% | -1.9% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 31.7% | 13.8% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 2.3% | 4.3% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.7% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 97.1% | 92.3% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 5% | 4.7% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 91.8% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 236.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.2% higher than the Abermaw average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Abermaw and the 31st highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 102.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.7%.
Households in this area have a 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 Regent Buildings Church Road, Barmouth, Gwynedd Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-05-26 | £172,764 |
| Flat 1 Regent Buildings Church Road, Barmouth, Gwynedd Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2011-04-01 | £129,650 |
| Flat 1 Regent Buildings Church Road, Barmouth, Gwynedd Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2008-06-27 | £150,355 |
| Flat 1 Regent Buildings Church Road, Barmouth, Gwynedd Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2005-11-28 | £139,171 |
LL42 1AG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% 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.
LL42 1AG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 LL42 1AG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 y Traeth Abermaw , LL42 1HH | - not rated | 476 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carousel Cafe | Carousel Cafe Ffordd Y Brenin | 103 yd | |
| Goodies | Goodies Good Food Store, 33 Stryd Fawr | 151 yd | |
| Dolphin Fish Bar | Dolphin Restaurant, 7 - 8, The Arches Ffordd Y Brenin | 173 yd | |
| Infinity Cafe | Bendi-gedig Ffordd Y Brenin | 173 yd | |
| Richmond Cafe / Coffee Shop | Richmond House Stryd Fawr | 175 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Venue | Adeilad Y Pafiliwn Promenâd Abermaw | 297 yd | |
| Barmouth Hotel | Barmouth Hotel Stryd Yr Eglwys | 350 yd | |
| The Last Inn | Last Inn Stryd Yr Eglwys | 443 yd | |
| Meirioneth Yacht Club | Sail Training Club, Clwb Hwylio Meirionnydd Y Cei | 517 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barmouth Kebab House | Barmouth Kebab & Pizza House, 5 Stryd Fawr | 85 yd | |
| Good Luck Chinese Restaurant | The Good Luck Restaurant Jubilee Road | 176 yd | |
| Sizzlers Burger Bar | Sizzlers Burger Bar Promenâd Abermaw | 264 yd | |
| Capri'S Sweets & Ice Cream | Chucks Diner, 6 - 8, Cambrian Court Rhodfa'r Môr | 411 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Stores | Siop Spar Ffordd Y Brenin | 101 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Ffordd Yr Orsaf | 195 yd | |
| Co-Operative Pioneer | Co-operative Pioneer Ffordd Y Parc | 332 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.