Bodawen is in Llanystumdwy, Criccieth and in Gwynedd district. LL52 0SD is located in the Llanystumdwy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dwyfor Meirionnydd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bodawen, Llanystumdwy, Criccieth, LL52 0SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL52 0SE, LL52 0SF, LL52 0SB, LL52 0SQ, LL52 0SG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL52 0SD 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 | 51.7% | 50.8% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.2% | 0.9% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of LL52 0SD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.8% | 28.9% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 53.4% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9% | 5.3% | -3.7% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 9% | -0.3% | 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 | 50.8% | 47.8% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 35.8% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 12% | 0.9% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 19.4% | 14.1% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 5.3% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 17.1% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.7% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 15.2% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.5% | 40.7% | 5.2% | 33.8% | 6.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.7% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.3% 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% | 97.3% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 97.7% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 62.8% | 46.2% | 16.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bodawen was 78.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.0% higher than the Abererch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bodawen has the 8th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Abererch and the 147th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bodawen, Criccieth, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £299,995 | 2021-06-01 | £332,574 |
| 1 Bodawen, Criccieth, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2017-03-13 | £316,933 |
| 1 Bodawen, Criccieth, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2003-11-27 | £243,370 |
| 2 Bodawen, Criccieth, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2001-08-02 | £258,462 |
| 1 Bodawen, Criccieth, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £42,500 | 1999-02-15 | £191,935 |
LL52 0SD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
LL52 0SD 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LL52 0SD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Llanystumdwy Llanystumdwy , Criccieth LL52 0SP | - not rated | 565 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Treferthyr Criccieth , LL52 0DS | - not rated | 2,370 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Chwilog Chwilog , Pwllheli LL53 6PS | - not rated | 4,991 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dwyfor Rabbit Farm | Pen Yr Allt, Dwyfor Ranch Ffordd Rhoslan | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menter Y Plu | Tafarn Y Plu | 408 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 | 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.