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Criccieth, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Criccieth is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 1,753. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,753 Population 831/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
43.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,742 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$41,742 median income, 5.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$252,165 home value, $1,044/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Criccieth

Criccieth

Criccieth, also spelled Cricieth ( ), is a town and community in Gwynedd, Wales, on the boundary between the Llŷn Peninsula and Eifionydd. The town is 5 miles (8 km) west of Porthmadog, 9 miles (14 km) east of Pwllheli and 17 miles (27 km) south of Caernarfon. It had a population of 1,826 in 2001, reducing to 1,753 at the 2011 census.

People

Population1,753
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density831/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,742
Per Capita$41,742
Unemployment5.7%

Housing

B
Home Value$252,165
Rent$1,044
Ownership65.7%
Housing Units701

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.5%
High School+53.3%

Community

Population1,753
Population Density831 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates52.9205°, -4.2346°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation43.5 inches (1,106 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$41,742
Median Age45.1 years

About Criccieth

Criccieth is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 1,753. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Criccieth has a population of 1,753 with a density of 831 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (2.9%), with 2.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,753
Total Population
831
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above United Kingdom avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.2%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.8%

Social Characteristics

Criccieth vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Criccieth is $41,742, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,742. The average weekly wage is $803, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 160 business establishments. 23.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Criccieth vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$41,742
44% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$41,742
Avg Weekly Wage$803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)160

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Criccieth is $252,165, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,044 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 65.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 701 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,165
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,044
10% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.7%
Owner-Occupied65.7%
Renter-Occupied34.3%
Housing Units701

Property Tax

Criccieth experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density831/sq mi
Coordinates52.9205°N, 4.2346°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.5"
15% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.08"
Driest Month (May) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 147 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 108 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 130 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 148 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 136 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 33 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 100 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 46 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 108 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 29 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 72 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 144 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 142 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 97 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 37 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 34 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 121 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 129 km
Oct 2, 1999 5 km SSW of Cheadle, United Kingdom M3.2 148 km
Sep 23, 2002 3 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M3.2 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.7 in
November 46°F (8°C) 5.1 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 4.7 in

Criccieth has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.1") and May the driest (2.4").

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34.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 53.3% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.5%
2% above United Kingdom avg
High School+53.3%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density831/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home23.7%

Schools in Criccieth

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Llanystumdwy Primary School - - - -
Ysgol Gynradd Garndolbenmaen - - - -
Ysgol Treferthyr - - - -
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Radio Stations near Criccieth

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hits hull & East York pop music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Bronglais - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Criccieth

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Anglesey Model Village
Cae’r Gors
Caernarfon Airworld Museum
Heritage Centre
Lasynys Fawr
Lloyd George Museum
Old Quarry Hospital
Porthmadog Maritime Museum
Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum
Sailors' Institute
Segontium Visitor Centre
The Round House
TÅ· Gwyn and the Maritime Museum
Welsh Slate Museum

Libraries in Criccieth

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Caernarfon Library0.0
Criccieth Library0.0
Deiniolen Library0.0
Harlech Youth and Community Centre0.0
Penrhyndeudraeth Library0.0
Penygroes Library0.0
Porthmadog library0.0

Hotels in Criccieth

9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bron Eifion
Bron Rhiw
Caerwylan Hotel
George IV Hotel
Gwesty Boflondeb Hotel
Henfaes Private Hotel
Mynydd Ednyfed
Plas Isa Hotel
The Lion Hotel

Restaurants in Criccieth

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bwyty 51
China Palace
Dylan's Restaurant
Poachers Restaurant
Spice Bank
The Goat Inn Restaurant and Bar
The Moelwyn

Cafes in Criccieth

8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blue China
Bryncir Garden Centre Cafe
cadwaladers
Caffi Cwrt
Caffi Swn Y Môr
Eisteddfa Fishery & Cafe
Siop Goffi 46 Coffee Shop
Tir a Mor

Monuments in Criccieth

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Owen Morris Shipwreck 1907 Monument

Castles in Criccieth

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brynkir Tower
Criccieth Castle

Zoos in Criccieth

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dwyfor Ranch Rabbit farm and Animal Park

Dentists in Criccieth

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Glandwr Dental Practice

Train Stations in Criccieth

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Criccieth

Gas Stations in Criccieth

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Parciau Filling Station

Golf Courses in Criccieth

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Criccieth Golf Club
Criccieth Multi Golf

Breweries in Criccieth

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Myrddins Brewery & Distillery Ltd
Purple Moose Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Criccieth

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Criccieth

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Anglesey AirportVLYMedium Airport
Cae Mawr Tyddyn Hen-Small Airport
Caernarfon Airport-Small Airport
Dinas Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Elan Valley Airstrip-Small Airport
Llanbedr Airfield-Small Airport
RAF Mona-Small Airport
Rhoshirwaun-Small Airport
Talybont Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Criccieth

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Criccieth Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Criccieth

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capel y Traeth
Catholic Church of the Holy Spirit
Chapel of Rest
Congregational Chapel
Criccieth Family Church
Horeb Welsh Baptist Church
Jerwsalem Chapel
St Catherine's Church
St Cynhaearn's Church
St John's Church
St Mary's

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Criccieth

What is the population of Criccieth?

Criccieth has a population of 1,753 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 831 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Criccieth expensive to live in?

The median household income is $41,742, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $252,165 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,044 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Criccieth?

Criccieth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.

How is the job market in Criccieth?

The unemployment rate in Criccieth is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 160 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Criccieth?

The median home value in Criccieth is $252,165. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,044. The homeownership rate is 65.7%.

How are the schools in Criccieth?

34.5% of adults in Criccieth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 53.3% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Criccieth?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Criccieth is 2.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 2.1% Asian. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 5.2% of residents have a disability.

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