Caernarfon Road is in Bangor and in Gwynedd district. LL57 4SU is located in the Dewi electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arfon. This postcode has been in use since 1983-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Caernarfon Road, Bangor, LL57 4SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL57 4SU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 50.8% | 48.7% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 49.2% | 51.3% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 4SU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.5% 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 | 42% | 53.5% | 11.5% | 37.9% | 15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.2% | 29.2% | -7.0% | 44.2% | -15.0% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 8.8% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 4.6% | -4.0% | 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 | 45% | 43.7% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 34% | 31.3% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 14% | 17.7% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 5.9% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 31.9% | 26.9% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 8.8% | -8.7% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 8.8% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 18.5% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.1% | 27.3% | 17.2% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 9.7% | 4.2% | -5.5% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 91.2% | 89.7% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 8.3% |
| Arab | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 87.9% 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 | 86.9% | 87.9% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| European Union | 7.9% | 5.6% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 5% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.9% | 87.9% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 10.6% | 7.3% | 9.8% | 0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 0.6% | -2.7% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 0.3% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.6% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59% | 76.7% | -17.7% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 4.7% | 1.3% | 3.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32.4% | 13.5% | 18.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.9% | 37.2% | 12.7% |
| Christian | 40.4% | 46.2% | -5.8% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caernarfon Road was 497.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 214.6% higher than the Canol Bangor average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Caernarfon Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Canol Bangor and the 5th highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Gwynedd .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 107.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harveys New York Bar & Grill Caernarfon Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-11-12 | £168,545 |
| Britannia Shopping Centre Caernarfon Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £875,000 | 2019-12-04 | £959,911 |
| Next Retail Ltd Caernarfon Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £10,100,000 | 2018-11-06 | £11,544,636 |
| Caprice (Bangor) Ltd Caernarfon Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2017-05-24 | £994,886 |
| Senate Electrical Caernarfon Road, Bangor, Gwynedd Other, an established residential building | £33,500 | 2017-01-25 | £40,594 |
LL57 4SU 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 student residents living in LL57 4SU 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Friars Lon Y Bryn , Bangor LL57 2LN | - not rated | 894 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cae Top Ffordd Eithinog , LL57 2GZ | - not rated | 1,101 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Tryfan Lon Powys , Bangor LL57 2TU | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Faenol Penrhosgarnedd , Bangor LL57 2NN | - not rated | 1,423 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Ein Harglwyddes Caernarfon Road , Bangor LL57 2UT | - not rated | 1,697 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunelm Mill | Dunelm Mill Ffordd Caernarfon | 2 yd | |
| The Range Coffee Shop | The Range Ffordd Caernarfon | 2 yd | |
| Costa Next | Costa Coffe, Next Ffordd Caernarfon | 2 yd | |
| Mcdonald'S Restaurants Limited | Mcdonald's, Canolfan Siopa Britannia Ffordd Caernarfon | 2 yd | |
| Tesco Customer Cafe | Cafe, Tesco Ffordd Caernarfon | 2 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| YO! To Go | Tesco Ffordd Caernarfon | 2 yd | |
| O My Cod | 17 Ffordd Coed Mawr | 533 yd | |
| City Spice | 19 Ffordd Coed Mawr | 541 yd | |
| China City | China City, Tan Y Coed Ffordd Penrhos | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Ffordd Caernarfon | 2 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Farmfoods, Canolfan Siopa Britannia Ffordd Caernarfon | 2 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Home Bargains Ffordd Caernarfon | 942 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 | 77.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.3% |
| 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 | 22.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 22.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.