Sand Street is in Pwllheli and in Dwyfor district. LL53 5LD is located in the Gogledd 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 Sand Street, Pwllheli, LL53 5LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL53 5LE, LL53 5EG, LL53 5HY, LL53 5EH, LL53 5EW, LL53 5LF, LL53 5LA, LL53 5EL, LL53 5ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL53 5LD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 52% | 49.6% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 48% | 50.4% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 5LD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47% 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 | 47.8% | 47% | -0.8% | 37.9% | 9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.1% | 26.5% | -8.6% | 44.2% | -17.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 17.7% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 8.6% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 7% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 44.3% | 43.6% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 34.6% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 15.2% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 19.1% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 10.7% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 20% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 6.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.9% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 16.3% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 22.8% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 7.8% | 3.3% | -4.5% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.3% | 95.5% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 88.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94% | 88.4% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 9.5% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 86.6% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 3.3% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 3.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.3% | 76.7% | -13.4% |
| Lithuania | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4.9% | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.3% | 37.2% | 16.1% |
| Christian | 37.1% | 46.2% | -9.1% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sand Street was 317.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 325.6% higher than the De Pwllheli average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Sand Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 26 local areas in De Pwllheli and the 14th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 103.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sand Street, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2020-02-28 | £122,875 |
| 33 Sand Street, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2013-03-27 | £146,716 |
| 27 Sand Street, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2004-11-19 | £96,985 |
| 25 Sand Street, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £95,500 | 2004-09-17 | £161,856 |
| 31 Sand Street, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £32,000 | 2003-06-11 | £80,450 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Other | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Glan y Mor Ffordd Caerdydd , Pwllheli LL53 5NU | - not rated | 1,251 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cymerau Ffordd Mela , Pwllheli LL53 5NU | - not rated | 1,307 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Abererch Abererch , Pwllheli LL53 6YU | - not rated | 2,619 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Plenydd Y Ffor , Pwllheli LL53 6UP | - not rated | 4,751 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Hafod Lon Parc Busnes Eryri , LL48 6LD | - not rated | 4,784 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | 2 Lôn Dywod | 187 yd | |
| The Jewel In The Crown | Crown Hotel, 37 - 39 Stryd Fawr | 197 yd | |
| Nomi | 53 Stryd Fawr | 227 yd | |
| Pwllheli Pizzeria And Grill | Pwllheli Pizzeria And Grill, 8 Sgwâr Y Farchnad | 288 yd | |
| ABM Catering Pwllheli Site | Coleg Meirion Dwyfor-safle Penrallt Allt Salem | 346 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penlan Fawr | Penlan Fawr Stryd Penlan | 366 yd | |
| Whitehall | The Whitehall Hotel Stryd Moch | 418 yd | |
| The Mitre | Mitre Hotel, 1, Rhes Mitre Y Maes | 457 yd | |
| Pen Y Cob / Wetherspoons | Pencob Maes Yr Orsaf | 482 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yummy Box | 7 Y Traeth | 110 yd | |
| Pekish | 55 Stryd Fawr | 234 yd | |
| Arvonia | 29 Stryd Penlan | 374 yd | |
| Phoenix | Cynfil Centre Y Maes | 503 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Homebargains Lôn Dywod | 244 yd | |
| Spar Y Maes | Spar Stores Y Maes | 607 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Ffordd Caerdydd Isaf | 726 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Ffordd Caerdydd Isaf | 726 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 6.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.