Stepiau is in Prenteg, Porthmadog and in Gwynedd district. LL49 9TB is located in the Glaslyn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dwyfor Meirionnydd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stepiau, Prenteg, Porthmadog, LL49 9TB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL49 9SY, LL49 9TA, LL49 9TD, LL49 9SU, LL49 9ST, LL49 9SS, LL49 9SP, LL49 9SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LL49 9TB is primarily male, with 54% of the population 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 | 49.2% | 46% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -5.0% |
| Male | 50.8% | 54% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 5.0% |
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 | 27.1% | 37.3% | 10.2% | 37.9% | -0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 40.5% | -10.0% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 9.7% | -3.4% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 8.8% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 49.2% | 50.5% | 1.3% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 33.6% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 13% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.2% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 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 | 16.8% | 13.5% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 7.4% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.4% | 11.9% | -10.5% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 8.5% | 8.5% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 22.5% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.7% | 34.7% | 2.0% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.6% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 98.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 100% | 96% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 96% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stepiau was 173.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 370.4% higher than the Dolbenmaen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stepiau has the 4th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Dolbenmaen and the 46th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 107.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Stepiau, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-02-14 | £182,231 |
| 2 Stepiau, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-01-27 | £104,813 |
| 2 Stepiau, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2018-10-31 | £107,309 |
| 2 Stepiau, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2011-01-24 | £154,737 |
| 2 Stepiau, Porthmadog, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £44,000 | 2002-04-19 | £156,232 |
LL49 9TB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 | 110 |
| Retired | 100 |
| Self-Employed | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Eifionydd Porthmadog , LL49 9HS | - not rated | 3,039 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Garreg Llanfrothen , Penrhyndeudraeth LL48 6LJ | - not rated | 3,369 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Gorlan Tremadog , Porthmadog LL49 9RN | - not rated | 3,509 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Eifion Wyn Porthmadog , LL49 9NU | - not rated | 3,517 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cefn Coch Penrhyndeudraeth , LL48 6AE | - not rated | 4,161 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.