Categories in Bala, Gwynedd
FarmingIndustrial & Construction ManufacturingClothing storesChurchesMailing ServiceElectricianPlumbing installation and repairPrimary SchoolArtistTourist AttractionBars, pubs and tavernsButcherCafesFast food restaurantsRestaurantsBanksHair SalonHoliday ApartmentHoliday Apartment RentalRv parkCampgroundOutdoor Activity OrganizerBed and breakfastsBus StopCottageElectric Vehicle Charging StationGuest HouseHoliday HomeHoliday ParkHotels and motelsIndoor LodgingLodgeLodgingSelf-Catering Accommodation
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Bala, Gwynedd
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Google Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Other accommodation | 56 | 4.6 |
| Shopping | 28 | 4.3 |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 23 | 4.2 |
| Bed and breakfasts | 21 | 4.8 |
| All food and beverage | 19 | 3.6 |
| Tractors and farm equipment | 13 | 4.3 |
| Hotels and motels | 13 | 4.7 |
| Secondary education | 12 | 5 |
| Rv park | 11 | 4.6 |
| Campgrounds | 11 | 4.6 |
| Restaurants | 11 | 4.2 |
| General contractors | 10 | 5 |
| Holiday homes, cabins and resorts | 9 | 4.6 |
| Education | 9 | 5 |
| Cafes | 9 | 4.6 |
| Shopping other | 8 | 4.3 |
| Bars, pubs and taverns | 8 | 4.6 |
| Religion | 8 | 4.7 |
| Household appliances and goods | 8 | 4.9 |
| Car repair | 6 | 4.9 |
| Churches | 6 | 4.8 |
| Car parts | 5 | 4.6 |
| Farming | 5 | — |
| Primary and elementary schools | 5 | 5 |
| Sports and recreation | 5 | 5 |
Bala, Gwynedd Facts
| Area | 2.1 km² |
| Population | 1,841 |
| Male Population | 891 (48.4%) |
| Female Population | 950 (51.6%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +0.1% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +3.4% |
| Median Age | 42.4 years (Male: 40.5, Female: 43.9) |
| Area Codes | 1678 |
| Neighborhoods | Llanuwchllyn, Llandderfel, Llanfor, Industrial Estate, Bala, Llangower |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | British Summer Time |
| Lat & Lng | 52.91111, -3.59722 |
| Postal Codes | LL23 |
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Bala, Gwynedd Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,839 | 1,772 | 1,781 | 1,855 | 1,841 |
| Population Density | 865.4 / km² | 833.9 / km² | 838.1 / km² | 872.9 / km² | 866.4 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Bala, Gwynedd Population change from 2000 to 2015
Increase of 4.2% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bala, Gwynedd | +0.9% | +4.7% | +4.2% |
| United Kingdom | +15.2% | +13.3% | +9.9% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Bala, Gwynedd Median Age
Median Age: 42.4 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bala, Gwynedd | 42.4 yrs | 43.9 yrs | 40.5 yrs |
| United Kingdom | 39.6 yrs | 40.6 yrs | 38.5 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Bala, Gwynedd Population Density
Population Density: 866 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bala, Gwynedd | 1,841 | 2.125 km² | 866 / km² |
| United Kingdom | 64.5 million | 247,916.6 km² | 260 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Bala, Gwynedd Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 0 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Bala, Gwynedd
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Bala, Gwynedd
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Bala, Gwynedd
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Bala, Gwynedd CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bala, Gwynedd | 23,114 tn | 12.55 tn | 10,877.1 tons/km² |
| United Kingdom | 735,672,544 tn | 11.4 tn | 2,967.4 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Bala, Gwynedd CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 23,114 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 12.55 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 10,877.1 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | High (10) |
| Earthquake | Low (2) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/26/15 | 3:41 PM | 3 | 55.7 km | 9,000 m | 5km WNW of Llanwnda, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 5/29/13 | 3:16 AM | 3.8 | 75.6 km | 10,000 m | 15km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 11/30/07 | 10:05 PM | 3.3 | 22.1 km | 12,000 m | Wales, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 2/14/05 | 6:44 PM | 3.8 | 43 km | 4,900 m | United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 9/1/99 | 5:00 AM | 3.3 | 44.1 km | 10,000 m | Wales, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 3/7/96 | 11:41 PM | 3.8 | 57.4 km | 10,000 m | England, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 3/17/94 | 4:21 PM | 3.5 | 44.5 km | 10,000 m | Wales, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 2/10/94 | 5:11 AM | 3.3 | 46.4 km | 10,000 m | Wales, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 9/17/93 | 1:39 AM | 3.2 | 98.1 km | 10,000 m | England, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 7/29/92 | 6:05 PM | 3.5 | 60.1 km | 10,000 m | Wales, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Bala, Gwynedd
(Welsh: Y Bala) is a market town and community in Gwynedd, Wales. Formerly an urban district, Bala lies within the historic county of Merionethshire. It lies at the north end of Bala Lake (Welsh: Llyn Tegid), 17 miles (27 km) north-east of Dolgella..
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