Orme Road is in Bangor and in Arfon district. LL57 1AU is located in the Dwyrain Bangor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arfon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orme Road, Bangor, LL57 1AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL57 1AS, LL57 1BT, LL57 1BW, LL57 1BU, LL57 1AT, LL57 1DA, LL57 1BN, LL57 1AY, LL57 1BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL57 1AU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 49.5% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 46.8% | 50.5% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 LL57 1AU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 67.9% 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 | 71.1% | 67.9% | -3.2% | 37.9% | 30.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19.2% | 20.3% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -23.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 5.9% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 4.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 55.4% | 49.8% | -5.6% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 34.5% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 6.5% | 12.7% | 6.2% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 14.4% | 10.1% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.8% | 5.5% | -0.3% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 7.6% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 41.9% | 40.1% | -1.8% | 16.9% | 23.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 31.2% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.7% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 4.3% | 1.1% | -3.2% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 5.1% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 88% | 83.3% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 1.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
In this area, 84.6% 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 | 88% | 84.6% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 5.5% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.2% | 6.6% | -2.6% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.4% | 84.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 8% | 9.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70% | 76.7% | -6.7% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Middle East | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 36.4% | 46.2% | -9.8% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 12% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orme Road was 217.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.4% higher than the Canol Bangor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orme Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Canol Bangor and the 36th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Orme Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2025-09-23 | £148,000 |
| 60 Orme Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2025-09-11 | £158,000 |
| 104 Orme Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £160,500 | 2025-08-13 | £160,827 |
| 82 Orme Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2025-04-10 | £149,304 |
| 94 Orme Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-02-07 | £181,850 |
LL57 1AU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in LL57 1AU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Hirael Orme Road , Bangor LL57 1BA | - not rated | 144 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bangor Independent School The Old Canonry , Ffordd Gwynedd LL57 1DT | - not rated | 708 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Glancegin Maesgeirchen , Bangor LL57 1ST | - not rated | 868 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Garnedd Ffordd Penrhos , Bangor LL57 1LD | - not rated | 1,167 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gerards School Trust Ffriddoedd Road , Bangor LL57 2EL | - not rated | 1,551 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voltaire | 25 Ffordd Garth | 310 yd | |
| Caffi 364 | 364 Stryd Fawr | 394 yd | |
| Templetons | 356 Stryd Fawr | 406 yd | |
| Sbeis@347 | 347 Stryd Fawr | 414 yd | |
| Valla'S | 341 Stryd Fawr | 436 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mostyn Arms | Mostyn Arms, 27 Stryd Ambrose | 172 yd | |
| Crosville Social Club | Crosville Employees Social & Athletic Club Lôn Glandwr | 350 yd | |
| The Skerries | 374 Stryd Fawr | 381 yd | |
| St Deiniol Golf Club | Clwb Golff St Deiniol Ffordd Pen Y Bryn | 576 yd | |
| White Lion | White Lion Inn, 289 Stryd Fawr | 579 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hi Bangor | 8 Lôn Glan Môr | 186 yd | |
| Shahin Kebab House | 368 Stryd Fawr | 386 yd | |
| Happy House Takeaway | 362 Stryd Fawr | 396 yd | |
| Pappi | 4 Stryd Y Deon | 495 yd | |
| Mr Yummy | 293 Stryd Fawr | 582 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marks & Spencer Ffordd Garth | 607 yd | |
| Sumang Oriental Store | Unit 12, Canolfan Deiniol Stryd Fawr | 707 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Unit 3 Iceland, Canolfan Deiniol Stryd Fawr | 778 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 | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.