Caerdeon is in Barmouth and in Gwynedd district. LL42 1DZ 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 Caerdeon, Barmouth, LL42 1DZ 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. However, the area surrounding LL42 1DZ is primarily male, with 53.5% 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 | 51.7% | 46.5% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 48.3% | 53.5% | 5.2% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
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 LL42 1DZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% 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 | 23.3% | 22.2% | -1.1% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 57.6% | 3.2% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 8.3% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 38.6% | 44.7% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 39.6% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 11.3% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.8% | 12.1% | -9.7% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 8.6% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 13.6% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 8.6% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 11.4% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.2% | 45.7% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 11.9% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 94.7% | 96.9% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 95.7% | 95% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 95% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.4% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.7% | 37.2% | 12.5% |
| Christian | 42.7% | 46.2% | -3.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caerdeon was 26.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.4% lower than the Abermaw average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Caerdeon has the 4th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Abermaw and the 78th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 69.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bwlch Yr Ysgol Caerdeon, Barmouth, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2024-07-19 | £579,250 |
| Bwlch Goch Isaf Caerdeon, Barmouth, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-03-12 | £311,580 |
| Caemur Hywel Caerdeon, Barmouth, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £394,000 | 2020-12-03 | £440,136 |
| Tyn Llwyn Caerdeon, Barmouth, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2019-05-30 | £442,509 |
| Fron Heulog, Barmouth, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2008-10-24 | £207,904 |
LL42 1DZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LL42 1DZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Full-Time Employee | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 24 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol y Traeth Abermaw , LL42 1HH | - not rated | 5,129 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 71.4% |
| Median download speed | 2.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 3.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 8.41 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 8.41 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 0.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.19 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.