About Isle of Anglesey
Isle of Anglesey is a county in Wales. Browse the 145 places below.
Location
Living in Isle of Anglesey
The Isle of Anglesey is a county island off the north west coast of Wales, separated from the mainland by the Menai Strait. Its island setting has shaped a strong sense of local identity, with a landscape defined by open farmland, low lying countryside and a varied coastline. The surrounding sea has long influenced settlement, trade and everyday life, giving the island a clear maritime character.
The county includes towns such as Llangefni, Holyhead, Amlwch and Menai Bridge, each serving surrounding communities in different ways. Holyhead developed as an important port and transport link to Ireland, while Llangefni acts as an administrative and agricultural centre. Farming remains central to the local economy, alongside energy, tourism and port related activity.
The Isle of Anglesey benefits from extensive coastal paths, beaches and open countryside, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation throughout the year. The island is also closely connected to Welsh language and cultural traditions, which remain part of everyday life. Overall, the Isle of Anglesey offers a calm and enduring mix of rural landscape, coastal influence and strong local identity, giving it a distinctive and well rooted place within Wales.
Places in Isle of Anglesey 145
Postcode Areas in Isle of Anglesey 1
Isle of Anglesey is served by 1 postcode area. Each area contains multiple postcode districts covering different parts of the county.