Old Llanfair Road is in Harlech and in Gwynedd district. LL46 2SS 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 Old Llanfair Road, Harlech, LL46 2SS 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. The area surrounding LL46 2SS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 56.1% | 49.5% | -6.6% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 43.9% | 50.5% | 6.6% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 LL46 2SS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.7% 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 | 23.2% | 16.9% | -6.3% | 37.9% | -21.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 57.7% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 13.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 12.7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 10.1% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 35.6% | 34% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 38.5% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 17% | 16% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 7% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 4.5% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 50.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.1% | 18.5% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 3.7% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 7.4% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 2.6% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 14.3% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.1% | 50.3% | 10.2% | 33.8% | 16.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.8% | 96.5% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 93.9% | 96.5% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.8% | 0.5% | -3.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 96.5% | 3.3% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.9% | 37.2% | -9.3% |
| Christian | 62.2% | 46.2% | 16.0% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Llanfair Road was 64.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.6% lower than the Dyffryn Ardudwy average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Old Llanfair Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Dyffryn Ardudwy and the 188th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronwylfa Old Llanfair Road, Harlech, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-06-30 | £265,410 |
| Glas Annedd Old Llanfair Road, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-09-09 | £340,367 |
| Drws Y Coed Old Llanfair Road, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-12-01 | £327,996 |
| Bryn Siriol Old Llanfair Road, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2023-03-16 | £338,611 |
| Ceinion Old Llanfair Road, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-02-15 | £98,047 |
LL46 2SS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
LL46 2SS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 LL46 2SS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 56% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Employee | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Tanycastell Harlech , LL46 2SW | - not rated | 396 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Ardudwy Ffordd Y Traeth , Harlech LL46 2UH | - not rated | 998 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Llanbedr Llanbedr , LL45 2NW | - not rated | 4,081 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Inn Restaurant | Golden Inn Restaurant Stryd Fawr | 487 yd | |
| Caddy Cafe | The Caddy Cafe Ffordd Newydd | 611 yd | |
| Wilderness | Angorfa Stryd Fawr | 638 yd | |
| Plas Cafe | Store, Plas Crafts And Cafe Stryd Fawr | 638 yd | |
| Caffi Castell Harlech | Castle Hotel Sgwâr Y Castell | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Branwen | Gwesty'r Branwen Ffordd Newydd | 676 yd | |
| Royal St Davids Golf Club | Clwb Golff Royal St Davids Ffordd Newydd | 676 yd | |
| Castle Cottage Inn | Gwesty Castle Cottage Ffordd Pen Llech | 819 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pie Shop | Meirionfa Stryd Fawr | 487 yd | |
| Harlech Tandoori | Llys Y Graig Stryd Fawr | 718 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 | 98.5% |
| 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 | 1.5% |
| Median download speed | 42.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.