Caernarfon Road is in Bangor and in Gwynedd district. LL57 4SB 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 Caernarfon Road, Bangor, LL57 4SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL57 2YD, LL57 4SE, LL57 4SA, LL57 4SD, LL57 4LW, LL57 4RY, LL57 2UQ, LL57 2YE, LL57 4TJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL57 4SB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 50.5% | 49.3% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 49.5% | 50.7% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 4SB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.8% 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 | 47.4% | 57.8% | 10.4% | 37.9% | 19.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.1% | 17.1% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -27.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 16.3% | 13.4% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 5.9% | -5.7% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 39.4% | 41.6% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 33% | 31.5% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 17.8% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 5.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 3.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 | 34.7% | 18% | -16.7% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.8% | 7.4% | 0.6% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.5% | 6.9% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -6.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.9% | 19.6% | 0.7% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 40.2% | 17.6% | 33.8% | 6.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.7% | 85% | -6.7% | 81.4% | 3.6% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 85.3% 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 | 90.8% | 85.3% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 7.8% | 4.6% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.4% | 84.2% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 7.2% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 4.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.5% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.8% | 76.7% | -16.9% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 4.6% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 30.6% | 13.5% | 17.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 33.9% | 46.2% | -12.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 6.8% | 6.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 10.9% | 6.0% | 4.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caernarfon Road was 150.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.8% lower than the Canol Bangor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Caernarfon Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Canol Bangor and the 59th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 229 Caernarfon Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2025-07-14 | £117,719 |
| 249 Caernarfon Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2025-07-01 | £113,191 |
| 253 Caernarfon Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2021-04-23 | £114,037 |
| 257 Caernarfon Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2019-12-11 | £93,560 |
| 231 Caernarfon Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Terraced, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2018-05-04 | £140,627 |
The percentage of student residents living in LL57 4SB area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Tryfan Lon Powys , Bangor LL57 2TU | - not rated | 448 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Ein Harglwyddes Caernarfon Road , Bangor LL57 2UT | - not rated | 601 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Friars Lon Y Bryn , Bangor LL57 2LN | - not rated | 780 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gerards School Trust Ffriddoedd Road , Bangor LL57 2EL | - not rated | 781 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cae Top Ffordd Eithinog , LL57 2GZ | - not rated | 852 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ez Bar | Uned B-c Canolfan Siopa Dewi Sant | 163 yd | |
| Snowdon Buffet & Bar | Gorsaf Drenau Bangor Ffordd Yr Orsaf | 701 yd | |
| The Traxx Hotel | Traxx Hotel Ffordd Yr Orsaf | 751 yd | |
| Garden Restaurant | Gwesty'r Ardd, 1 - 3 Stryd Fawr | 752 yd | |
| Eastern Origin | 9 Stryd Fawr | 771 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Inn | The Union Inn, 217 - 219 Ffordd Caernarfon | 2 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Take Away | Sunshine Take Away, 225 Ffordd Caernarfon | 2 yd | |
| Hung Hsing | 29 Ffordd Penchwintan | 437 yd | |
| Bangor Chinese & Cantonese Takeaway | Bangor Chinese Takeaway, 70 Ffordd Caernarfon | 510 yd | |
| City Spice | 19 Ffordd Coed Mawr | 605 yd | |
| O My Cod | 17 Ffordd Coed Mawr | 607 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Home Bargains Ffordd Caernarfon | 178 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Stryd Fawr | 814 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Ffordd Farrar | 902 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Ffordd Caergybi | 951 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 | 42.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.63 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.63 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.