Hill Street is in Caernarfon and in Arfon district. LL55 1PL is located in the Menai electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arfon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hill Street, Caernarfon, LL55 1PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL55 1PH, LL55 1PF, LL55 1PN, LL55 1PB, LL55 1PW, LL55 1PG, LL55 1PE, LL55 1PA, LL55 1BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL55 1PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.8% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.2% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 40.4% | 38.4% | -2.0% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 42.9% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 11.1% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.2% | 59.6% | 4.4% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 27.6% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 13% | 10.7% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 21.8% | 14.7% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 6.1% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 12.7% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 17.3% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 40.1% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 6.3% |
| Other | 2.1% | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.2% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 98.7% | 95.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 4.4% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 94.7% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Street was 36.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.8% lower than the Cadnant average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill Street has the 6th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Cadnant and the 115th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Hill Street, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-09-22 | £172,121 |
| 12 Hill Street, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-12-20 | £159,641 |
| 8 Hill Street, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-07-15 | £157,595 |
| 10 Hill Street, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2021-10-01 | £154,471 |
| 5 Hill Street, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2021-07-09 | £161,462 |
LL55 1PL 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Santes Helen Twtil , Caernarfon LL55 1PF | - not rated | 72 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Pendalar Ffordd Bethel , Caernarfon LL55 2RN | - not rated | 485 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Syr Hugh Owen Bethel Road , Caernarfon LL55 1HW | - not rated | 701 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Maesincla Maesincla Caernarfon , LL55 1DF | - not rated | 820 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Yr Hendre Caernarfon , LL55 2LY | - not rated | 1,026 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caernarfon Tandoori | The Harp Inn Pen Llyn | 271 yd | |
| Bwyd Blasus Yashka | 3 Penrallt Isaf | 318 yd | |
| Yr Hwylfan / Fun Centre | Yr Hwylfan Stryd Bangor | 323 yd | |
| Curry Scene | 23 Stryd Bangor | 323 yd | |
| Galwch Acw | 5 - 7 Stryd Bangor | 334 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twthill Vaults | Twthill Hotel, 1 Stryd Tomos | 83 yd | |
| Alexandra Hotel | Alexandra Hotel Ffordd Y Gogledd | 324 yd | |
| Caernarfon and District Ex Service Club | Caernarfon And District Ex Service Club, 78 Stryd Y Llyn | 369 yd | |
| J D Wetherspoon Plc | Tafarn Y Porth, 5 - 9 Stryd Y Porth Mawr | 390 yd | |
| Tafarn Yr Eagles Ltd | 5 Stryd Y Degwm | 407 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siop Cae | Siop Cae Sgwâr Twthill | 117 yd | |
| The Gold Lion | Gold Lion Chinese Takeaway, 1 Rhes Alexandra | 273 yd | |
| Caernarfon Ice Cream | 35 Stryd Y Llyn | 319 yd | |
| Yu's Chinese Take Away | 1 - 3 Pendist | 340 yd | |
| Lee's Chinese Take Away | Lee's Chinese Takeaway, 17 Penllyn | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Ffordd Y Gogledd | 324 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Homebargains Stryd Bangor | 326 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Stryd Bangor | 326 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland, Canolfan Pen Llyn Penllyn | 350 yd | |
| Spar | Spar, 29 - 31 Y Maes | 486 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.85 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.85 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.