Garth Road is in Porthmadog and in Gwynedd district. LL49 9BG is located in the Gorllewin Porthmadog electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dwyfor Meirionnydd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Garth Road, Porthmadog, LL49 9BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL49 9BE, LL49 9AU, LL49 9AT, LL49 9BH, LL49 9BD, LL49 9BB, LL49 9BL, LL49 9AP, LL49 9AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL49 9BG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.1% | 51.7% | -3.4% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 44.9% | 48.3% | 3.4% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 31.9% | 28.9% | -3.0% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.6% | 36% | -3.6% | 44.2% | -8.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 13.6% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 17% | 19% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 12.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.3% | 35% | -10.3% | 48.4% | -13.4% |
| Good health | 24.1% | 28.9% | 4.8% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 26.3% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 13.6% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 8.3% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 25.5% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 4.5% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 8.6% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.8% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 11.1% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 33% | 37% | 4.0% | 33.8% | 3.2% |
| Other | 3.1% | 7.4% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 4.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.9% | 95.5% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 95.9% | 93.2% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 93.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.3% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.2% | 76.7% | -6.5% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.8% | 13.5% | 13.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Buddhist | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 24.3% | 6.0% | 18.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garth Road was 152.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 314.4% higher than the Dolbenmaen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Garth Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Dolbenmaen and the 55th 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 stayed broadly stable by about 0.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garth Cottage Garth Road, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2003-08-01 | £382,063 |
| Garth Cottage Garth Road, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £59,000 | 1998-10-29 | £254,688 |
LL49 9BG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 LL49 9BG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Y Gorlan Tremadog , Porthmadog LL49 9RN | - not rated | 563 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Eifion Wyn Porthmadog , LL49 9NU | - not rated | 688 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Eifionydd Porthmadog , LL49 9HS | - not rated | 967 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Borthygest Porthmadog , LL49 9UF | - not rated | 1,259 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cefn Coch Penrhyndeudraeth , LL48 6AE | - not rated | 4,780 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glaslyn Tandoori | 26 Stryd Lombard | 228 yd | |
| The Port Cafe, Deli & Restaurant | The Port Cafe Deli And Restaurant Stryd Fawr | 246 yd | |
| Y Wylan Cyf | Yr Wylan Restaurant, 61 Stryd Fawr | 305 yd | |
| Costa | Costa Coffe, 53 Stryd Fawr | 305 yd | |
| Cadwaladers | 47 Stryd Fawr | 312 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tafarn Pencei | Pencei Public House, Brig Y Don, 17 - 18 Pen Y Cei | 39 yd | |
| The Ship | Y Ship Inn, 14 Stryd Lombard | 151 yd | |
| The Australia | The Australia Stryd Fawr | 305 yd | |
| Spooners | Gorsaf Yr Harbwr | 339 yd | |
| Madoc Yacht Club Ltd | Madog Yacht Club Pen Y Cei | 560 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garreg Ddu Coffee & Sandwich Bar | 4 Stryd Y Banc | 304 yd | |
| Y Deli Porc Mewn Picl | 39 Stryd Fawr | 305 yd | |
| Madog Takeaway | Fish And Chips, 99 Stryd Fawr | 412 yd | |
| Yamin Chinese Takeaway | 121 Stryd Fawr | 513 yd | |
| Emilia's | Bristol House, 129 Stryd Fawr | 532 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B&M Retail Ltd | Wilkinsons Y Gerddi | 397 yd | |
| Spar | Spar, 93 - 95 Stryd Fawr | 412 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Ffordd Penamser | 676 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Store Ffordd Penamser | 676 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stryd Fawr | 790 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.