Maes Artro is in Llanbedr and in Gwynedd district. LL45 2PZ is located in the Harlech a Llanbedr electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dwyfor Meirionnydd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maes Artro, Llanbedr, LL45 2PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL45 2LW, LL45 2LA, LL45 2DJ, LL45 2LE, LL45 2DQ, LL45 2LG, LL45 2LP, LL45 2LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL45 2PZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.9% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.1% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 LL45 2PZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 25.9% | 21.9% | -4.0% | 37.9% | -16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.7% | 53.9% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9% | 8.2% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 11.7% | 5.1% | 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 | 48.8% | 42% | -6.8% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 36.8% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 12.8% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 6.3% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 12.7% | 11.2% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 9.3% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 15.8% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 3.9% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 16.6% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.2% | 39.4% | 1.2% | 33.8% | 5.6% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.9% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.5% | 99.3% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 96.9% | 97.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maes Artro was 80.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.8% higher than the Dyffryn Ardudwy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maes Artro has the 7th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Dyffryn Ardudwy and the 143rd highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.4%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chalet 6 Maes Artro, Llanbedr, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-05-22 | £169,161 |
| Lodge 23 Maes Artro, Llanbedr, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £194,999 | 2025-02-07 | £193,982 |
| Chalet 1 Maes Artro, Llanbedr, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-12-19 | £186,290 |
| Lodge 21 Maes Artro, Llanbedr, Gwynedd Detached, a newly built property | £210,000 | 2024-01-12 | £198,750 |
| Lodge 20 Maes Artro, Llanbedr, Gwynedd Detached, a newly built property | £295,000 | 2023-09-22 | £274,566 |
LL45 2PZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 27% 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.
LL45 2PZ 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 LL45 2PZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Self-Employed | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Llanbedr Llanbedr , LL45 2NW | - not rated | 705 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Dyffryn Ardudwy Dyffryn Ardudwy , LL44 2EP | - not rated | 4,220 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tanycastell Harlech , LL46 2SW | - not rated | 4,665 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Ardudwy Ffordd Y Traeth , Harlech LL46 2UH | - not rated | 5,305 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wenallt Cafe | Yr Hen Fecws Sarn Hir | 349 yd | |
| Senior Soup Club | Neuadd Y Pentref | 591 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.