Carmel Road is in Penygroes, Caernarfon and in Gwynedd district. LL54 6PU is located in the Pen-y-groes electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arfon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carmel Road, Penygroes, Caernarfon, LL54 6PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL54 6PU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 51.6% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.2% | 48.4% | 2.2% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 34.2% | 39.1% | 4.9% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 39.1% | -10.0% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 10.3% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 7.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 50.3% | 47.9% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 37% | 33% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 14.9% | 5.7% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 29% | 21.2% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 7.8% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 15.3% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.5% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 19.2% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 27.8% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.7% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
In this area, 99.4% 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 | 97.3% | 99.4% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 99.4% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.9% | 13.5% | 12.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.5% | 37.2% | 12.3% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carmel Road was 3.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.2% lower than the Clynnog average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carmel Road has the lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Clynnog and the 3rd lowest crime rate of 395 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Awelon Carmel Road, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2013-04-30 | £321,959 |
| Allt Felan House Carmel Road, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2012-09-28 | £213,273 |
| Bryn Awelon Carmel Road, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2003-02-07 | £255,232 |
LL54 6PU 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Talysarn Coed Madog , Talysarn LL54 6HR | - not rated | 584 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dyffryn Nantlle Ffordd Y Brenin , Penygroes LL54 6RL | - not rated | 681 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Lleu Penygroes , Caernarfon LL54 6RE | - not rated | 801 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Llanllyfni Llanllyfni , Caernarfon LL54 6SH | - not rated | 2,242 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G. Y Groeslon Groeslon , Caernarfon LL54 7DT | - not rated | 2,359 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pant Du | Pant Du Hen Lôn | 583 yd | |
| Yr Orsaf | Muriau Heol Y Dwr | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clwb Peldroed Nantlle Vale | Clwb Peldroed Nantlle Vale Ty'n Y Weirglodd | 1,015 yd | |
| Penygroes Ex-Servicemen Club & | The Royal British Legion Ty'n Y Weirglodd | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penygroes Tandoori | Gerallt, 4 Heol Y Dwr | 1,027 yd | |
| X L Fish & Chips Shop | 9 Heol Y Dwr | 1,035 yd | |
| Pecish | 16 Heol Y Dwr | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co Op | 1 Heol Y Dwr | 1,054 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 | 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% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.29 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.