Embankment Road is in Pwllheli and in Gwynedd district. LL53 5AB is located in the De Pwllheli electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Dwyfor Meirionnydd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Embankment Road, Pwllheli, LL53 5AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL53 5AD, LL53 5AH, LL53 5AL, LL53 5AS, LL53 5AE, LL53 5AA, LL53 5AG, LL53 5AT, LL53 5AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL53 5AB has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 48.7% | 49% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 51.3% | 51% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 LL53 5AB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.3% 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 | 35.4% | 44.3% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.4% | 38% | -1.4% | 44.2% | -6.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.8% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 8% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 15.7% | 5.5% | -10.2% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 44.3% | 48.9% | 4.6% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 33.1% | 1.7% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 11.5% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 4.9% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 42.9% | 26.7% | -16.2% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.3% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 16.5% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 4.2% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 16.1% | 8.6% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 24.6% | 12.0% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.5% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 98% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
In this area, 94.7% 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% | 94.7% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.9% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 94.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.6% | 76.7% | -14.1% |
| Lithuania | 4.6% | 0.3% | 4.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 32.1% | 13.5% | 18.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 10.5% | 6.0% | 4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Embankment Road was 34.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.1% lower than the De Pwllheli average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Embankment Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in De Pwllheli and the 106th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 2 Sarn Badrig Embankment Road, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-08-16 | £102,586 |
| Flat 3 Kingsley Embankment Road, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2024-03-08 | £54,254 |
| 4 Kingsley Embankment Road, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2022-06-20 | £48,060 |
| Flat 3 Sarn Badrig Embankment Road, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-11-30 | £133,988 |
| Flat 3 Sarn Badrig Embankment Road, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2020-08-28 | £108,372 |
LL53 5AB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| 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 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Glan y Mor Ffordd Caerdydd , Pwllheli LL53 5NU | - not rated | 599 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cymerau Ffordd Mela , Pwllheli LL53 5NU | - not rated | 689 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Abererch Abererch , Pwllheli LL53 6YU | - not rated | 3,350 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 Largo | Caffi Largo Ffordd Y Cob | 6 yd | |
| Mochyn, Buwch, Bara | Sunnyside Ffordd Y Faenor | 153 yd | |
| Haulfryn - Gimblet Rock Holiday Park | Maes Carafanau Carreg Yr Imbill Morfa'r Garreg | 681 yd | |
| Caffi Sol | Pwllheli Amusements Y Maes | 798 yd | |
| Buffers Cafe | Dwyfor Traveling Club, Min Y Don Maes Yr Orsaf | 808 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pen Y Cob / Wetherspoons | Pencob Maes Yr Orsaf | 794 yd | |
| The Mitre | Mitre Hotel, 1, Rhes Mitre Y Maes | 879 yd | |
| Penlan Fawr | Penlan Fawr Stryd Penlan | 927 yd | |
| Whitehall | The Whitehall Hotel Stryd Moch | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | Cynfil Centre Y Maes | 816 yd | |
| Arvonia | 29 Stryd Penlan | 924 yd | |
| Pekish | 55 Stryd Fawr | 1,027 yd | |
| Yummy Box | 7 Y Traeth | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Y Maes | Spar Stores Y Maes | 818 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Ffordd Caerdydd Isaf | 835 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Ffordd Caerdydd Isaf | 835 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Homebargains Lôn Dywod | 920 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 | 94.7% |
| 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.