King Edward Street is in Barmouth and in Gwynedd district. LL42 1AN 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 King Edward Street, Barmouth, LL42 1AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL42 1AE, LL42 1AR, LL42 1AS, LL42 1LP, LL42 1AT, LL42 1DL, LL42 1AD, LL42 1AG, LL42 1AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LL42 1AN is primarily male, with 56.4% 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 | 46.6% | 43.6% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -7.4% |
| Male | 53.4% | 56.4% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 7.4% |
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 LL42 1AN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.5% 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 | 45.8% | 45.5% | -0.3% | 37.9% | 7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.5% | 33.3% | 8.8% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Separated | 6% | 3% | -3.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 10.6% | -4.3% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 7.6% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 41.2% | 46.6% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 32.2% | -7.7% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 14.4% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 5.5% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 24.1% | 19% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 9% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.7% | 19% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 9% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 20.5% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 23.5% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| White | 95.3% | 94.4% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 97.3% | 95.7% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 96.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.3% | 13.5% | 9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.3% | 37.2% | 11.1% |
| Christian | 42.3% | 46.2% | -3.9% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around King Edward Street was 179.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.1% higher than the Abermaw average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
King Edward Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Abermaw and the 45th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 79.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kimberley House King Edward Street, Barmouth, Gwynedd Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-03-12 | £145,820 |
| Kimberley House King Edward Street, Barmouth, Gwynedd Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2005-02-25 | £175,936 |
| Kith & Kin Bakery King Edward Street, Barmouth, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2002-03-25 | £239,307 |
LL42 1AN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Other | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol y Traeth Abermaw , LL42 1HH | - not rated | 388 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 | 2 yd | |
| Dolphin Fish Bar | Dolphin Restaurant, 7 - 8, The Arches Ffordd Y Brenin | 92 yd | |
| Infinity Cafe | Bendi-gedig Ffordd Y Brenin | 92 yd | |
| The Mermaid Fish Bar | The Mermaid Restaurant Jubilee Road | 104 yd | |
| Goodies | Goodies Good Food Store, 33 Stryd Fawr | 160 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Venue | Adeilad Y Pafiliwn Promenâd Abermaw | 196 yd | |
| Barmouth Hotel | Barmouth Hotel Stryd Yr Eglwys | 386 yd | |
| The Last Inn | Last Inn Stryd Yr Eglwys | 504 yd | |
| Meirioneth Yacht Club | Sail Training Club, Clwb Hwylio Meirionnydd Y Cei | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barmouth Kebab House | Barmouth Kebab & Pizza House, 5 Stryd Fawr | 78 yd | |
| Good Luck Chinese Restaurant | The Good Luck Restaurant Jubilee Road | 104 yd | |
| Sizzlers Burger Bar | Sizzlers Burger Bar Promenâd Abermaw | 196 yd | |
| Capri'S Sweets & Ice Cream | Chucks Diner, 6 - 8, Cambrian Court Rhodfa'r Môr | 311 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Stores | Siop Spar Ffordd Y Brenin | 2 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Ffordd Yr Orsaf | 92 yd | |
| Co-Operative Pioneer | Co-operative Pioneer Ffordd Y Parc | 255 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 | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| 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.