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Gorllewin Tywyn

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About

Gorllewin Tywyn ward lies on the northern coast of Cardigan Bay, a coastal stretch defined by its extensive sandy beach and the Afon Dysynni estuary to its south. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing spreading inland from the seafront. The promenade and its amenities form a central focus, while the landscape gently rises toward the lower slopes of the Cadair Idris range in the hinterland.

The ward's character is closely tied to the sea and the expansive, often windswept, Tywyn Sands. A notable feature is the narrow-gauge Talyllyn Railway, which has its historic terminus here, connecting the town to the inland Abergynolwyn. The natural environment is significant, with the sand dunes and estuarine areas supporting local wildlife, and the beach serving as a consistent draw for visitors and residents alike.

Area overview

On average Gorllewin Tywyn has average deprivation and average crime levels, with around 107 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, roughly 1.3× the Wales average of 86 per 1,000. Approximately 13.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Gorllewin Tywyn is £39,968 per year. Gorllewin Tywyn is home to around 1,253 people, with a population density of about 52.9 per km².

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
107
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
13.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Gorllewin Tywyn Population
1,253
Population density
52.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
56.66(+67%)
Anti-social behaviour
33.52(+158%)
Criminal damage and arson
12.77(+74%)
Shoplifting
11.17(+74%)
Other theft
9.58(+109%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,218
97.21%
Other White
17
1.36%
Irish
8
0.64%
Pakistani
3
0.24%
White and Black African (mixed)
2
0.16%
Total population: 1,253

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
283
26.52%
No qualifications
240
22.49%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
178
16.68%
Level 3 (A level)
168
15.75%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
104
9.75%
Total 16+ residents: 1,067

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
295
49.66%
Owns with a mortgage
101
17%
Other social rented
69
11.62%
Private landlord or letting agency
63
10.61%
Social rents from council
44
7.41%
Total households: 594

Property prices in Gorllewin Tywyn

Median price£241,500
Price per sq ft£200
Sales (last 12 months)20
Typical range (middle 50%)£190K – £334K

Based on 20 recent sales, the median property price is £241,500 (about £200 per square foot) in Gorllewin Tywyn area, with individual transactions ranging from £27,000 up to £585,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Gorllewin Tywyn over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached12£314,000£262
Semi-Detached5£210,000£177
Terraced3£177,500£159

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Gorllewin Tywyn

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Gorllewin Tywyn.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£210,000£132,500£108,500
2017£195,000£140,000£102,000
2018£209,000£125,000£125,000
2019£224,000£140,000£118,750
2020£262,250£199,995£89,000
2021£265,000£140,000£126,000
2022£300,000£200,500£131,000
2023£325,000£180,000£150,000
2024£330,000£176,000£140,000
2025£323,000£182,250£100,000
2026£305,000£212,500£177,500
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Gorllewin Tywyn.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Gorllewin Tywyn.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£187£126£103
2017£137£143£157
2018£155£122£153
2019£184£132£171
2020£197£190£125
2021£206£139£145
2022£262£195£164
2023£267£190£198
2024£198£185£201
2025£266£172£104
2026£195£199£159
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Gorllewin Tywyn.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Gorllewin Tywyn in the last year.

Frequently asked questions about Gorllewin Tywyn

Is Gorllewin Tywyn safe?

Gorllewin Tywyn records about 107 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, which is a average crime rate for England: it scores 6 out of 10 on the Area360 crime scale, where 10 is the highest crime level.

What is the average house price in Gorllewin Tywyn?

The median sale price in Gorllewin Tywyn is £241,500 (about £200 per square foot) based on 20 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

How deprived is Gorllewin Tywyn?

Gorllewin Tywyn scores 5 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Gorllewin Tywyn sits around rank 1,084 of 32,844 in England on the official Index of Multiple Deprivation (rank 1 is the most deprived).

What is the average household income in Gorllewin Tywyn?

The average household income in Gorllewin Tywyn is around £39,968 per year, and 13% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Gorllewin Tywyn?

Gorllewin Tywyn is represented by 1 elected councillor: Anne Tudor Lloyd-Jones (Independent).

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2026. Read more about how our statistics are calculated.