Garth Road is in Bangor and in Gwynedd district. LL57 2RS is located in the Canol Bangor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arfon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Garth Road, Bangor, LL57 2RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL57 2RT, LL57 2TE, LL57 1AP, LL57 2RU, LL57 1AR, LL57 2RL, LL57 2DA, LL57 2SS, LL57 1AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL57 2RS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.3% | 50.7% | 3.4% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 52.7% | 49.3% | -3.4% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 2RS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 70.6% 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 | 71.5% | 70.6% | -0.9% | 37.9% | 32.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 15.8% | 20.6% | 4.8% | 44.2% | -23.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 6.7% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
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 | 51.2% | 54.8% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 6.4% |
| Good health | 36% | 32.4% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 9.4% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
In the area around LL57 2RS this area, 7.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.6% | 7.6% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.7% | 3.5% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.1% | 6.7% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 43.4% | 38.8% | -4.6% | 16.9% | 21.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 39.1% | 17.2% | 33.8% | 5.3% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 6% | 5.2% | 0.7% | 5.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 93.4% | 76.2% | -17.2% | 81.4% | -5.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 0.6% | 5.9% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 74.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 74.2% | -19.2% | 83.2% | -9.0% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 5.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 13.6% | 12.0% | 5.6% | 8.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.7% | 74.3% | -16.4% | 83.2% | -8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 4.3% | 5% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 4.7% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 12.6% | 9.9% | 1.9% | 10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.4% | 76.7% | -10.3% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 6% | 0.1% | 5.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 3.7% | 0.3% | 3.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.8% | 37.2% | 13.6% |
| Christian | 27.1% | 46.2% | -19.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 9.2% | 6.5% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 11.8% | 6.0% | 5.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garth Road was 52.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.6% lower than the Canol Bangor average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Garth Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Canol Bangor and the 174th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bron Derw Surgery Garth Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2009-06-12 | £463,107 |
| Bron Derw Surgery Garth Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2003-11-06 | £569,089 |
LL57 2RS 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 student residents living in LL57 2RS 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) | 144 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 44 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Hirael Orme Road , Bangor LL57 1BA | - not rated | 308 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bangor Independent School The Old Canonry , Ffordd Gwynedd LL57 1DT | - not rated | 602 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Y Garnedd Ffordd Penrhos , Bangor LL57 1LD | - not rated | 976 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Glancegin Maesgeirchen , Bangor LL57 1ST | - not rated | 1,002 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gerards School Trust Ffriddoedd Road , Bangor LL57 2EL | - not rated | 1,299 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teras | Gartherwen Ffordd Y Coleg | 270 yd | |
| Voltaire | 25 Ffordd Garth | 335 yd | |
| Sbeis@347 | 347 Stryd Fawr | 416 yd | |
| Valla'S | 341 Stryd Fawr | 425 yd | |
| Templetons | 356 Stryd Fawr | 438 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mostyn Arms | Mostyn Arms, 27 Stryd Ambrose | 417 yd | |
| Crosville Social Club | Crosville Employees Social & Athletic Club Lôn Glandwr | 454 yd | |
| The Skerries | 374 Stryd Fawr | 456 yd | |
| White Lion | White Lion Inn, 289 Stryd Fawr | 493 yd | |
| The Castle (Chik Box & K-Town Chicken) | The Castle, Pen Castell Glanrafon | 756 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pappi | 4 Stryd Y Deon | 443 yd | |
| Happy House Takeaway | 362 Stryd Fawr | 443 yd | |
| Shahin Kebab House | 368 Stryd Fawr | 448 yd | |
| Mr Yummy | 293 Stryd Fawr | 495 yd | |
| Hi Bangor | 8 Lôn Glan Môr | 507 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marks & Spencer Ffordd Garth | 424 yd | |
| Sumang Oriental Store | Unit 12, Canolfan Deiniol Stryd Fawr | 576 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Unit 3 Iceland, Canolfan Deiniol Stryd Fawr | 632 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.