Lower Cardiff Road is in Pwllheli and in Gwynedd district. LL53 5NF 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 Lower Cardiff Road, Pwllheli, LL53 5NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL53 5NW, LL53 5NL, LL53 5NH, LL53 5NN, LL53 5NR, LL53 5BY, LL53 5NS, LL53 5HA, LL53 5HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL53 5NF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 50.5% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46.9% | 49.5% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 5NF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.3% 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 | 46% | 48.3% | 2.3% | 37.9% | 10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.3% | 28.3% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -15.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 12.3% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 7.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 49.5% | 50% | 0.5% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 33.4% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 11% | 12% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 3.5% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 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.
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 19.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28% | 21.4% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.3% | 12% | -8.3% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 16.1% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 9.4% | 6.7% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 18.7% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 19.1% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 95.9% | 94% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 84.3% 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 | 93.1% | 84.3% | -8.8% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 12.4% | 8.3% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 84.6% | -8.5% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 7.6% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 3.3% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.4% | 76.7% | -12.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 5.1% | 0.3% | 4.8% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 4.9% | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 42.2% | 46.2% | -4.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Cardiff Road was 302.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 305.3% higher than the De Pwllheli average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lower Cardiff Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 26 local areas in De Pwllheli and the 16th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 142.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treflan Lower Cardiff Road, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2021-08-31 | £702,273 |
| W Dop & Son Lower Cardiff Road, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2020-09-08 | £259,380 |
| W Dop & Son Lower Cardiff Road, Pwllheli, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2016-09-07 | £505,866 |
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Other | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 25 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Other | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 605 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cymerau Ffordd Mela , Pwllheli LL53 5NU | - not rated | 634 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Abererch Abererch , Pwllheli LL53 6YU | - not rated | 3,333 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Plenydd Y Ffor , Pwllheli LL53 6UP | - not rated | 5,451 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Den | 11 Ffordd Caerdydd Isaf | 122 yd | |
| Allports Fish And Chip Restaurant | Allports Fish & Chips, Y Setl Y Maes | 162 yd | |
| Cabin Cafe | The Cabin Cafe Y Maes | 162 yd | |
| Caffi Sol | Pwllheli Amusements Y Maes | 229 yd | |
| Glasu Pwllheli Cyf | Rhes Mitre Y Maes | 271 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mitre | Mitre Hotel, 1, Rhes Mitre Y Maes | 271 yd | |
| Pen Y Cob / Wetherspoons | Pencob Maes Yr Orsaf | 273 yd | |
| Whitehall | The Whitehall Hotel Stryd Moch | 324 yd | |
| Penlan Fawr | Penlan Fawr Stryd Penlan | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | Cynfil Centre Y Maes | 237 yd | |
| Arvonia | 29 Stryd Penlan | 353 yd | |
| Pekish | 55 Stryd Fawr | 498 yd | |
| Yummy Box | 7 Y Traeth | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Ffordd Caerdydd Isaf | 2 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Ffordd Caerdydd Isaf | 2 yd | |
| Spar Y Maes | Spar Stores Y Maes | 125 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Homebargains Lôn Dywod | 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 27.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 27.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 27.3% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.