LL57 3BJ is in Bethesda, Bangor and Gwynedd district. LL57 3BJ is located in the Canol Bethesda electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arfon. This postcode has been in use since 2018-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bethesda, Bangor, LL57 3BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL57 3GA, LL57 3PR, LL57 3PP, LL57 3BX, LL57 3PS, LL57 3BZ, LL57 3PG, LL57 3PF, LL57 3PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL57 3BJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 54.2% | 49% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 45.8% | 51% | 5.2% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 33.6% | 36.4% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 38.4% | -4.6% | 44.2% | -5.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9% | 12.1% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 12.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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 | 48.7% | 52.7% | 4.0% | 48.4% | 4.3% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 27.3% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -6.3% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 16.4% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 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 | 27.4% | 20.4% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.6% | 7% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 11.9% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 6% | -0.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17.9% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 30% | 32.8% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -1.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 4% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.8% | 98% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96.7% | 95.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around LL57 3BJ was 17.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.8% lower than the Arllechwedd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
LL57 3BJ has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Arllechwedd and the 37th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Pius X & St. Richard Gwyn Catholic Church, Bangor, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £114,645 | 2018-10-22 | £129,922 |
LL57 3BJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LL57 3BJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Abercaseg Bethesda , Bangor LL57 3PL | - not rated | 445 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Pen-y-bryn Bethesda , LL57 3BE | - not rated | 599 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dyffryn Ogwen Bethesda Ffordd Coetmor , Bethesda LL57 3NN | - not rated | 947 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Llanllechid Llanllechid , Bangor LL57 3EH | - not rated | 1,643 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tregarth Tregarth , Bangor LL57 4PG | - not rated | 2,661 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffi Seren | Caffi Seren Stryd Fawr | 583 yd | |
| Street Food | 72 Stryd Fawr | 604 yd | |
| Neuadd Ogwen | Neuadd Ogwen Stryd Fawr | 715 yd | |
| Caffi Coed Y Brenin | Agoriad Trading Cyf, 2 Rhes Victoria | 764 yd | |
| Quarry Bar & Grill | Caravan Park & Country Club, Ogwen Bank | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas Arms Hotel | Douglas Arms Hotel Stryd Fawr | 494 yd | |
| The Bull Inn | The Bull Inn, 69 Stryd Fawr | 583 yd | |
| Tafarn Tryfan Inn | Llangollen Vaults Hotel, 31 Stryd Fawr | 691 yd | |
| George Inn | The George Inn, 35 - 37 Ffordd Carneddi, Carneddi | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dwr Y Mynydd | 7, Rhes Ogwen Stryd Fawr | 494 yd | |
| Y Mabinogion | Y Mabinogion, 71 Stryd Fawr | 583 yd | |
| Bethesda Chippy | Shop, 54 Stryd Fawr | 664 yd | |
| The Best Kebab And Pizza House | 3 Rhes Victoria | 750 yd | |
| Junction Chinese Takeaway | 11 Stryd Fawr | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Tai'r Eglwys | 400 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.