Caerhun on the map
Location in GwyneddCaerhun sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Caerhun
Caerhun is a small settlement in the county of Gwynedd, located in north-west Wales. It lies near the A5 road, close to the confluence of the rivers Conwy and Llugwy, and is known for its historical significance. The site includes the remains of a Roman fort, which dates back to the 1st century AD, and is one of the best-preserved Roman military installations in the region. The fort was strategically positioned to control the surrounding area and monitor movement along the Roman road network. Today, the ruins are a scheduled monument and attract visitors interested in Roman history and archaeology. The surrounding landscape is rural and hilly, typical of the Welsh countryside, with views of the nearby mountains. Caerhun is within the LL57 postcode area and is accessible by road from nearby towns such as Llanrwst and Conwy.
School Ratings in Caerhun
Caerhun is served by 31 schools.
House Prices in Caerhun
Property prices average £208K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £141K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Caerhun
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Caerhun, with 61 incidents logged in May 2026.
Healthcare in Caerhun
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Caerhun, the nearest being North Wales Gp Ooh Service (1.1 miles away).
Local Data for Caerhun
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Property Prices 2,929 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Caerhun ONS 2023
The average total household income in Caerhun is approximately £46,979 a year before tax, 15% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,649. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £35,649.
Businesses in Caerhun ONS 2025
There are approximately 740 active businesses based in Caerhun, around 28 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Caerhun 271 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Caerhun is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Caerhun
Of the 10,168 households in and around Caerhun, 54% are owned, 22% are socially rented and 24% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Caerhun.