Bro Rhos is in Bethel, Caernarfon and in Gwynedd district. LL55 1AQ is located in the Bethel a'r Felinheli electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arfon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bro Rhos, Bethel, Caernarfon, LL55 1AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL55 1AX, LL55 1GA, LL55 1BX, LL55 1YR, LL55 1YH, LL55 1AJ, LL55 1YB, LL55 1BJ, LL55 1YT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL55 1AQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.9% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.1% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 LL55 1AQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44% 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 | 45.7% | 44% | -1.7% | 37.9% | 6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 36.3% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -7.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 8.8% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 8.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 62.4% | 51.9% | -10.5% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 21% | 27.6% | 6.6% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 11.5% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 4.9% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
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 | 26.9% | 15.2% | -11.7% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 10.7% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 15.7% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 11.2% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 5.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 14.6% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 30.9% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -2.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.9% | 98.8% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 99.1% | 99.6% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 99.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.2% | 76.7% | -9.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.4% | 13.5% | 18.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bro Rhos was 16.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.8% lower than the Bethel a'r Felinheli average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bro Rhos has the 5th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Bethel a'r Felinheli and the 34th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 50.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Bro Rhos, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-08-02 | £175,710 |
| 30 Bro Rhos, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-10-22 | £151,231 |
| 26 Bro Rhos, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2017-09-11 | £202,666 |
| 4 Bro Rhos, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2017-06-23 | £195,773 |
| 6 Bro Rhos, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2015-09-04 | £180,750 |
LL55 1AQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 52 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Bethel Caernarfon , LL55 1AX | - not rated | 114 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Brynrefail Llanrug , Caernarfon LL55 4AD | - not rated | 2,129 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llanrug Caernarfon , LL55 4AL | - not rated | 2,471 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Y Felinheli Felinheli , LL56 4TZ | - not rated | 2,979 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymuned Penisarwaun Penisarwaen , Caernarfon LL55 3BW | - not rated | 3,562 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perthyn Cymunedol | Perthyn, Bethel | 96 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.93 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.