Castle Street is in Penrhyndeudraeth and in Meirionnydd district. LL48 6AL is located in the Penrhyndeudraeth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dwyfor Meirionnydd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Castle Street, Penrhyndeudraeth, LL48 6AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL48 6AT, LL48 6AH, LL48 6AW, LL48 6LG, LL48 6AG, LL48 6AE, LL48 6AP, LL48 6PA, LL48 6AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL48 6AL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.8% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.2% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 33.8% | 39.8% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.7% | 35.9% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -8.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 11.7% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 9% | -0.7% | 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 | 54% | 50.2% | -3.8% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 32.3% | 5.0% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 12.8% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4.4% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 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 | 22.3% | 10.2% | -12.1% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 11.4% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 18.1% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 8.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 16.1% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 33.5% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.3% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 95.3% | 95.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 96% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Street was 83.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.3% higher than the Dyffryn Ardudwy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castle Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Dyffryn Ardudwy and the 135th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adwy Ddu Smithy Castle Street, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-09-06 | £218,807 |
| L Rowland & Co Ltd Castle Street, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-11-28 | £315,000 |
| 1 Castle Street, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-04-08 | £130,798 |
| Adwy Ddu Isaf Castle Street, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-01-28 | £314,617 |
| 2 Castle Street, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-09-02 | £152,235 |
LL48 6AL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Cefn Coch Penrhyndeudraeth , LL48 6AE | - not rated | 238 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Garreg Llanfrothen , Penrhyndeudraeth LL48 6LJ | - not rated | 3,085 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Talsarnau Talsarnau , LL47 6TA | - not rated | 3,350 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Eifionydd Porthmadog , LL49 9HS | - not rated | 4,416 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Gorlan Tremadog , Porthmadog LL49 9RN | - not rated | 4,629 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon Tree Ltd | Llys Deudraeth Stryd Fawr | 246 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak | Royal Oak Hotel Stryd Fawr | 242 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Lake | Silver Lake Chinese Take Away, 8 Stryd Fawr | 238 yd | |
| Penrhyn Pizza And Kebab House | Cromwell House Stryd Fawr | 239 yd | |
| Panadda Thai Takeaway | Arwel, 16 Stryd Fawr | 263 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 | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 5.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 5.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 5.3% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.