High Street is in Porthmadog and in Gwynedd district. LL49 9NU 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 High Street, Porthmadog, LL49 9NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL49 9NT, LL49 9HD, LL49 9EQ, LL49 9EW, LL49 9PD, LL49 9ED, LL49 9NY, LL49 9HA, LL49 9EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL49 9NU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 50.8% | 48.9% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 49.2% | 51.1% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 34.6% | 32.4% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.6% | 38.8% | 0.2% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 10% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 15.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 9.2% |
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 | 46.9% | 43.5% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 31% | 31% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 17.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 4% | 7.5% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 25.2% | 22.4% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 8.2% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 12.8% | -7.3% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.1% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 16.4% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 31% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.1% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98% | 96.1% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.1% 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% | 95.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 95.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 357.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 869.5% higher than the Dolbenmaen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Dolbenmaen and the 10th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 156.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Warws Gerdd High Street, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-04-07 | £326,080 |
| 144 High Street, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-05-27 | £90,981 |
| 152 High Street, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2020-12-08 | £161,217 |
| 146 High Street, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2019-01-31 | £143,944 |
| 144 High Street, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2018-01-31 | £111,145 |
LL49 9NU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 9NU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Eifion Wyn Porthmadog , LL49 9NU | - not rated | 62 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Gorlan Tremadog , Porthmadog LL49 9RN | - not rated | 133 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Eifionydd Porthmadog , LL49 9HS | - not rated | 529 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Borthygest Porthmadog , LL49 9UF | - not rated | 1,737 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cefn Coch Penrhyndeudraeth , LL48 6AE | - not rated | 4,990 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siop Fawr Portmeirion | Siop Fawr Portmeirion, 136 - 140 Stryd Fawr | 97 yd | |
| Caffi Portmeirion | Cwrt Coffa Stryd Fawr | 119 yd | |
| Siop Coffi T H | 98 Stryd Fawr | 230 yd | |
| Ochirly Oriental | 96 Stryd Fawr | 239 yd | |
| The Creel | Siop Sglodion Spinnaker, 84 Stryd Fawr | 278 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion | Red Lion, 13 - 15 Heol Newydd | 169 yd | |
| Clwb Llyn Bach | The Old Drill Hall Heol Yr Wyddfa | 435 yd | |
| Station Inn | Station Inn | 459 yd | |
| The Australia | The Australia Stryd Fawr | 472 yd | |
| The Ship | Y Ship Inn, 14 Stryd Lombard | 493 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emilia's | Bristol House, 129 Stryd Fawr | 143 yd | |
| Porthmadog Kebab, Pizza Burger House | Porthmadog Kebab House, 1 - 3 Heol Newydd | 149 yd | |
| Yamin Chinese Takeaway | 121 Stryd Fawr | 164 yd | |
| Madog Takeaway | Fish And Chips, 99 Stryd Fawr | 288 yd | |
| Garreg Ddu Coffee & Sandwich Bar | 4 Stryd Y Banc | 357 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Ffordd Penamser | 173 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Store Ffordd Penamser | 173 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stryd Fawr | 188 yd | |
| Spar | Spar, 93 - 95 Stryd Fawr | 288 yd | |
| B&M Retail Ltd | Wilkinsons Y Gerddi | 513 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 | 4.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 4.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 4.2% |
| 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 | 55.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.