Moving to Bangor (LL57)

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Planning a move to LL57? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Bangor area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Bangor. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Bangor

Based on 359 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in LL57 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£185,000
Average Price (all types)£221,009

By Property Type

Detached£325,000 (57 sales)
Semi-Detached£221,750 (98 sales)
Terraced£148,000 (156 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£90,000 (19 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Bangor

As with many well-connected urban areas, Bangor sees higher-than-average recorded crime. This is common in districts with busy high streets, nightlife, and transport hubs — and doesn't necessarily reflect the experience of residents in quieter residential streets.

LL57 Total Crimes (13 months)3,639
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average38% above average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences1,300 (40% above avg)
Anti-social Behaviour701 (65% above avg)
Public Order297 (64% above avg)
Vehicle Crime76 (43% below avg)
Shoplifting420 (92% above avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson264 (38% above avg)
Burglary98 (near avg)
Other Theft199 (near avg)
Drugs155 (67% above avg)
Robbery21 (42% below avg)
Theft from Person12 (76% below avg)
Bicycle Theft12 (48% below avg)
Possession of Weapons35 (35% above avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Bangor

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Bangor, council tax is managed by Gwynedd. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

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Essential Services Near Bangor

74.1 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the LL57 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)25

Green Spaces in Bangor

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in LL57 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

91% of residential postcodes in LL57 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Bangor

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the LL57 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Bangor

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for LL57 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

21.4 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the LL57 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)93.3%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)61.4%
Gigabit capable55.5%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.4%

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Energy Performance in Bangor

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for LL57 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score68
Total rated properties6273

Homes in LL57 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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