LL55 1YS is in Bethel, Caernarfon and Arfon district. LL55 1YS is located in the Bethel a'r Felinheli electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arfon. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bethel, Caernarfon, LL55 1YS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL55 1YP, LL55 1YT, LL55 1YW, LL55 1YU, LL55 1YR, LL55 1GA, LL55 1YN, LL55 1YY, LL55 1YL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL55 1YS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.2% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.8% | 0.4% | 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.
In the immediate area around LL55 1YS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.9% 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 | 31.8% | 44.9% | 13.1% | 37.9% | 7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 35.7% | -19.1% | 44.2% | -8.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 10.6% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 7.9% | 3.7% | 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 | 57.7% | 53.8% | -3.9% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 29.8% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 9.8% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 4.4% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 15.9% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 5.3% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 18.9% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 15.4% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 36.1% | 6.4% | 33.8% | 2.3% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.4% | 100% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 98.4% | 99.3% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 99.3% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around LL55 1YS was 44.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.2% lower than the Bethel a'r Felinheli average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
LL55 1YS has the 8th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Bethel a'r Felinheli and the 141st lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Llanor, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £116,250 | 2023-01-20 | £114,274 |
| 2 Glan Ffrwd, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £93,275 | 2022-07-08 | £91,873 |
| 3 Glan Ffrwd, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £104,500 | 2022-03-04 | £105,357 |
| 2 Glan Ffrwd, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2014-01-10 | £96,639 |
| Borthwen, Caernarfon, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £38,000 | 2002-09-04 | £121,279 |
LL55 1YS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Bethel Caernarfon , LL55 1AX | - not rated | 257 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Brynrefail Llanrug , Caernarfon LL55 4AD | - not rated | 2,073 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llanrug Caernarfon , LL55 4AL | - not rated | 2,433 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Y Felinheli Felinheli , LL56 4TZ | - not rated | 2,890 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymuned Penisarwaun Penisarwaen , Caernarfon LL55 3BW | - not rated | 3,385 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 | 314 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 | 83.3% |
| 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 | 16.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.