Gibraltar Lane is in Barmouth and in Gwynedd district. LL42 1BY 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 Gibraltar Lane, Barmouth, LL42 1BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL42 1BU, LL42 1DB, LL42 1EG, LL42 1BT, LL42 1EH, LL42 1BS, LL42 1DD, LL42 1EW, LL42 1BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL42 1BY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 47.9% | 48.2% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 52.1% | 51.8% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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% | 39% | 2.7% | 37.9% | 1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.2% | 38.6% | 0.4% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Separated | 5.7% | 2.9% | -2.8% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 13% | 13.3% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.2% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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% | 46.2% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 32.3% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 13% | 12% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 7.2% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 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 | 26.7% | 14.4% | -12.3% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 9.1% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 17.3% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 4.8% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 22.1% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 28.8% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.8% | 97.6% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 94.4% 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% | 94.4% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 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% | 95.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Turkey | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.2% | 37.2% | 21.0% |
| Christian | 31.7% | 46.2% | -14.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gibraltar Lane was 92.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.5% lower than the Abermaw average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gibraltar Lane has the 10th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Abermaw and the 118th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anwylfa Gibraltar Lane, Barmouth, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2016-05-26 | £56,332 |
| 3 Tai Isa Gibraltar Lane, Barmouth, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2006-04-28 | £149,026 |
| 3 Tai Isa Gibraltar Lane, Barmouth, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2004-06-17 | £156,213 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Other | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| 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 | 773 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Tea Rooms | Old Tea Rooms, Walsall House Stryd Yr Eglwys | 24 yd | |
| Foxglove | Gulliver's Rest, Staffordshire House Stryd Yr Eglwys | 27 yd | |
| The Inglenook Seafood Restaurant | Inglenook Restaurant Harbour Lane | 47 yd | |
| Bistro Bermo | Flat, Springfield House Stryd Yr Eglwys | 61 yd | |
| Bradshaw'S | Flat 2, Meirion House Stryd Yr Eglwys | 61 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barmouth Hotel | Barmouth Hotel Stryd Yr Eglwys | 24 yd | |
| The Last Inn | Last Inn Stryd Yr Eglwys | 132 yd | |
| Meirioneth Yacht Club | Sail Training Club, Clwb Hwylio Meirionnydd Y Cei | 201 yd | |
| The Venue | Adeilad Y Pafiliwn Promenâd Abermaw | 491 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barmouth Kebab House | Barmouth Kebab & Pizza House, 5 Stryd Fawr | 325 yd | |
| Sizzlers Burger Bar | Sizzlers Burger Bar Promenâd Abermaw | 351 yd | |
| Good Luck Chinese Restaurant | The Good Luck Restaurant Jubilee Road | 357 yd | |
| Capri'S Sweets & Ice Cream | Chucks Diner, 6 - 8, Cambrian Court Rhodfa'r Môr | 667 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Stores | Siop Spar Ffordd Y Brenin | 402 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Ffordd Yr Orsaf | 459 yd | |
| Co-Operative Pioneer | Co-operative Pioneer Ffordd Y Parc | 654 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.