Beach Road is in Harlech and in Gwynedd district. LL46 2UG 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 Beach Road, Harlech, LL46 2UG 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 2UG has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 52.3% | 47.9% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 52.1% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 2UG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% 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 | 24.7% | 27.7% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 55.8% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7.9% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 6.4% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 40.5% | 39.7% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 41% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 7.4% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 14% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| 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 | 27.7% | 14.3% | -13.4% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 7.1% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 14.7% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 6.8% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 13.9% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.1% | 41.4% | 13.3% | 33.8% | 7.6% |
| Other | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.7% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 97.7% | 94.3% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 94.6% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.4% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.7% | 76.7% | -5.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.4% | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beach Road was 25.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.9% lower than the Dyffryn Ardudwy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beach Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Dyffryn Ardudwy and the 75th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brig Y Wern Beach Road, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-08-07 | £379,266 |
| Min Y Ddol Beach Road, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2020-08-28 | £377,822 |
| Min Y Ddol Beach Road, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2017-10-04 | £357,425 |
| Hafod Y Morfa Beach Road, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2016-12-05 | £382,405 |
| Anneddle Beach Road, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2014-09-04 | £262,569 |
LL46 2UG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 2UG 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 LL46 2UG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Other | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Ardudwy Ffordd Y Traeth , Harlech LL46 2UH | - not rated | 314 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tanycastell Harlech , LL46 2SW | - not rated | 854 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Llanbedr Llanbedr , LL45 2NW | - not rated | 5,209 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlech & Ardudwy Leisure | Pwll Nofio Harlech Ffordd Glan Môr | 0 yd | |
| Caddy Cafe | The Caddy Cafe Ffordd Newydd | 532 yd | |
| Caffi Castell Harlech | Castle Hotel Sgwâr Y Castell | 593 yd | |
| Bean & Blwm | Castle Restaurant Sgwâr Y Castell | 593 yd | |
| Wilderness | Angorfa Stryd Fawr | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Branwen | Gwesty'r Branwen Ffordd Newydd | 478 yd | |
| Royal St Davids Golf Club | Clwb Golff Royal St Davids Ffordd Newydd | 478 yd | |
| Castle Cottage Inn | Gwesty Castle Cottage Ffordd Pen Llech | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlech Tandoori | Llys Y Graig Stryd Fawr | 645 yd | |
| Pie Shop | Meirionfa Stryd Fawr | 752 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% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.93 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.93 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.