Coed Y Maes is in Penrhosgarnedd, Bangor and in Arfon district. LL57 2EJ is located in the Y Faenol electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arfon. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coed Y Maes, Penrhosgarnedd, Bangor, LL57 2EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL57 2DJ, LL57 2LX, LL57 2HR, LL57 2EX, LL57 2DX, LL57 2LR, LL57 2DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL57 2EJ 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 | 54% | 49.5% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 46% | 50.5% | 4.5% | 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 vicinity of LL57 2EJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.9% | 22.8% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 57.3% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 13.1% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 20.2% | 14.1% | -6.1% | 6.1% | 8.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.1% | 49.3% | -3.8% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 26.1% | 25.6% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -8.0% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 15.5% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 9.1% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 0.5% | -2.9% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 51.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.5% | 11.5% | -10.0% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 8.3% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 7.7% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 14.1% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 45% | 51.5% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 17.7% |
| Other | 5% | 1.1% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 5.1% | 8.9% | 3.8% | 3.1% | 5.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 81.6% | 79.9% | -1.7% | 81.4% | -1.5% |
| Arab | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 82% 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 | 87.4% | 82% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| European Union | 0.2% | 2.1% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.7% | 14.6% | 3.9% | 5.6% | 9.0% |
| 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 | 87.2% | 82% | -5.2% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 8.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 7.3% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 5.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0.2% | -6.7% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 7.1% | 1.2% | 5.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.1% | 37.2% | -15.1% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 4.1% | 1.7% | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 10% | 6.5% | 3.5% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coed Y Maes was 35.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.1% lower than the Canol Bangor average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Coed Y Maes has the 8th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Canol Bangor and the 108th lowest crime rate of 395 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Coed Y Maes, Bangor, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £399,950 | 2024-05-01 | £432,877 |
| 9 Coed Y Maes, Bangor, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2023-08-11 | £472,807 |
| 14 Coed Y Maes, Bangor, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-06-17 | £393,501 |
| 30 Coed Y Maes, Bangor, Gwynedd Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-03-12 | £432,497 |
| 23 Coed Y Maes, Bangor, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2020-11-24 | £391,235 |
LL57 2EJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LL57 2EJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 153 |
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 51 |
| Education | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Friars Lon Y Bryn , Bangor LL57 2LN | - not rated | 696 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cae Top Ffordd Eithinog , LL57 2GZ | - not rated | 816 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Coedmenai Treborth , Bangor LL57 2RX | - not rated | 993 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Faenol Penrhosgarnedd , Bangor LL57 2NN | - not rated | 996 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Babanod Coedmawr Coedmawr , Bangor LL57 4SG | - not rated | 1,317 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treborth Garden Centre | Coedlys Ffordd Treborth | 771 yd | |
| Academy Healthcare | Cae Garnedd Ffordd Penrhos | 802 yd | |
| Dunelm Mill | Dunelm Mill Ffordd Caernarfon | 848 yd | |
| The Range Coffee Shop | The Range Ffordd Caernarfon | 848 yd | |
| Costa Next | Costa Coffe, Next Ffordd Caernarfon | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antelope Inn | Antelope Inn Ffordd Caergybi | 610 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China City | China City, Tan Y Coed Ffordd Penrhos | 312 yd | |
| YO! To Go | Tesco Ffordd Caernarfon | 848 yd | |
| City Spice | 19 Ffordd Coed Mawr | 925 yd | |
| O My Cod | 17 Ffordd Coed Mawr | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Ffordd Caernarfon | 848 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farmfoods, Canolfan Siopa Britannia Ffordd Caernarfon | 849 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 | 6.7% |
| 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 | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.64 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.64 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.