Y Llech is in Harlech and in Meirionnydd district. LL46 2YL 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 Y Llech, Harlech, LL46 2YL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL46 2YE, LL46 2YH, LL46 2SH, LL46 2SG, LL46 2YA, LL46 2SL, LL46 2SN, LL46 2UD, LL46 2UA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LL46 2YL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 52% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 | 37.2% | 40.6% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.8% | 38.5% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -5.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 5% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 7.1% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 8.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 47.9% | 44.3% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 30.1% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 16% | 18.8% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 23% | 19.5% | -3.5% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.8% | 9.7% | -12.1% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.2% | 22% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 8.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 12.7% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 30.1% | 12.1% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 5.4% | 0.8% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 99.3% | 2.1% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 96.2% | 97.9% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 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 | 95.1% | 97.9% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.4% | 76.7% | -8.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 30.9% | 13.5% | 17.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.4% | 37.2% | 19.2% |
| Christian | 36.2% | 46.2% | -10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Y Llech was 109.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.1% higher than the Dyffryn Ardudwy average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Y Llech has the 4th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Dyffryn Ardudwy and the 94th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 62.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caereinion Y Llech, Harlech, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-07-01 | £431,140 |
| The Old Mill Y Llech, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2024-02-09 | £455,885 |
| Hedd Y Llech, Harlech, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-10-05 | £210,753 |
| Afallon Y Llech, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-08-25 | £309,740 |
| The Old Band Hall Y Llech, Harlech, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2022-07-21 | £241,882 |
LL46 2YL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Ardudwy Ffordd Y Traeth , Harlech LL46 2UH | - not rated | 297 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tanycastell Harlech , LL46 2SW | - not rated | 428 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Llanbedr Llanbedr , LL45 2NW | - not rated | 4,816 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffi Castell Harlech | Castle Hotel Sgwâr Y Castell | 99 yd | |
| Bean & Blwm | Castle Restaurant Sgwâr Y Castell | 99 yd | |
| Wilderness | Angorfa Stryd Fawr | 185 yd | |
| Plas Cafe | Store, Plas Crafts And Cafe Stryd Fawr | 185 yd | |
| Golden Inn Restaurant | Golden Inn Restaurant Stryd Fawr | 331 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Cottage Inn | Gwesty Castle Cottage Ffordd Pen Llech | 2 yd | |
| Y Branwen | Gwesty'r Branwen Ffordd Newydd | 298 yd | |
| Royal St Davids Golf Club | Clwb Golff Royal St Davids Ffordd Newydd | 298 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlech Tandoori | Llys Y Graig Stryd Fawr | 102 yd | |
| Pie Shop | Meirionfa Stryd Fawr | 330 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 20.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 23.36 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 23.36 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 0.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.28 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.