Pensyflog is in Porthmadog and in Gwynedd district. LL49 9LB is located in the Dwyrain 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 Pensyflog, Porthmadog, LL49 9LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL49 9LD, LL49 9LA, LL49 9LE, LL49 9HU, LL49 9HW, LL49 9HY, LL49 9HT, LL49 9NZ, LL49 9HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL49 9LB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.4% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50% | 49.6% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LL49 9LB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.1% | 49.8% | 4.7% | 37.9% | 11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.8% | 32.3% | -3.5% | 44.2% | -11.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 7.5% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 5.4% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 52.2% | 58.4% | 6.2% | 48.4% | 10.0% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 26.4% | -3.2% | 33.6% | -7.2% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 11.9% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 14.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.9% | 24.3% | -12.6% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 10.7% | -6.1% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 25.4% | 7.9% | 13.4% | 12.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 8.2% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 15.4% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.8% | 14.6% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -19.2% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 95.7% | 97.7% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Arab | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 98.1% | 98.2% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.5% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.8% | 76.7% | -3.9% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.6% | 13.5% | 12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63% | 37.2% | 25.8% |
| Christian | 28.9% | 46.2% | -17.3% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pensyflog was 22.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.1% lower than the Dolbenmaen average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pensyflog has the 4th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Dolbenmaen and the 56th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97 Pensyflog, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2024-08-06 | £204,085 |
| 91 Pensyflog, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-12-17 | £146,151 |
| 89 Pensyflog, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2016-11-04 | £139,205 |
| 48 Pensyflog, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2016-07-27 | £135,977 |
| 43 Pensyflog, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2016-06-30 | £138,966 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Part-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 Eifion Wyn Porthmadog , LL49 9NU | - not rated | 434 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Gorlan Tremadog , Porthmadog LL49 9RN | - not rated | 590 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Eifionydd Porthmadog , LL49 9HS | - not rated | 619 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Borthygest Porthmadog , LL49 9UF | - not rated | 2,134 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cefn Coch Penrhyndeudraeth , LL48 6AE | - not rated | 5,259 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 Seren | Canolfan Hamdden Glaslyn Heol Y Llan | 210 yd | |
| Breaktimes | Uned 17a Ystâd Ddiwydiannol Penamser | 314 yd | |
| Caffi Russell's Cafe | The Station Building | 433 yd | |
| Caffi Portmeirion | Cwrt Coffa Stryd Fawr | 500 yd | |
| Siop Fawr Portmeirion | Siop Fawr Portmeirion, 136 - 140 Stryd Fawr | 588 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Inn | Station Inn | 315 yd | |
| Red Lion | Red Lion, 13 - 15 Heol Newydd | 587 yd | |
| Clwb Llyn Bach | The Old Drill Hall Heol Yr Wyddfa | 831 yd | |
| The Australia | The Australia Stryd Fawr | 950 yd | |
| The Union Inn | The Union Inn, 7 Sgwâr Y Farchnad | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porthmadog Kebab, Pizza Burger House | Porthmadog Kebab House, 1 - 3 Heol Newydd | 612 yd | |
| Emilia's | Bristol House, 129 Stryd Fawr | 614 yd | |
| Yamin Chinese Takeaway | 121 Stryd Fawr | 637 yd | |
| Madog Takeaway | Fish And Chips, 99 Stryd Fawr | 765 yd | |
| Allports Chip Shop | Allports Fish & Chip Shop, 38 Heol Yr Wyddfa | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stryd Fawr | 374 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Ffordd Penamser | 473 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Store Ffordd Penamser | 473 yd | |
| Spar | Spar, 93 - 95 Stryd Fawr | 765 yd | |
| B&M Retail Ltd | Wilkinsons Y Gerddi | 968 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 | 49.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 66.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 66.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.