Living in Bangor, Gwynedd
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Local administration around Bangor
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Nearest GP surgeries to Bangor
| Surgery | Address | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bron Derw Medical Centre | Glynne Road, Bangor | 0.4 mi | 01248 370900 |
| Bodnant Surgery | Menai Avenue, Bangor | 0.4 mi | 01248 364492 |
| Glanfa | Orme Road, Bangor | 0.4 mi | 01248 370540 |
| Upcc at Ysbyty Gwynedd | Upcc at Ysbyty Gwynedo, Penrhosgarnedd, Bangor | 1.8 mi | 03000 852342 |
| The Health Centre | Beaumaris Library, Beaumaris | 3.0 mi | 01248 810818 |
Source: NHS England Organisation Data Service (Open Government Licence v3.0). Nearest to the town centre, straight-line distance. Being nearby does not mean a practice is accepting new patients - confirm the catchment area and list status with the surgery.
Nearest pharmacies to Bangor
| Pharmacy | Address | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boots | 277-279 High Street, Bangor | 0.2 mi | 01248 362822 |
| Rowlands Pharmacy | 29 Holyhead Road, Bangor | 0.2 mi | 01248 353382 |
| Morrisons Pharmacy | Holyhead Road, Bangor | 0.3 mi | 01248 351131 |
| Rowlands Pharmacy | Drill Hall, Glynne Road, Bangor | 0.4 mi | 01248 353332 |
| Rowlands Pharmacy | Coronation Road, Menai Bridge | 1.4 mi | 01248 712328 |
Source: NHS England Organisation Data Service (Open Government Licence v3.0). Nearest to the town centre, straight-line distance. Check opening hours and services with the pharmacy or on the NHS Find a Pharmacy service at nhs.uk.
Nearest dentists to Bangor
| Practice | Address | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulkeley Dental Practice | 102 High Street, Bangor | 0.2 mi | |
| Ty Glyder | 337 High Street, Bangor | 0.3 mi | |
| Elmhurst Dental Surgery | Garth Road, Bangor | 0.4 mi | |
| Woodlands (dental Practice) | Woodlands, Mona Road, Menai Bridge | 1.6 mi | |
| Mobile Dental Unit | (between Hergest and Hafan Menai), Bangor | 1.8 mi |
Source: NHS England Organisation Data Service (Open Government Licence v3.0). Nearest to the town centre, straight-line distance. Being listed does not mean a practice is taking new patients - check with the practice or on the NHS Find a Dentist service at nhs.uk.
Dental practices listed may be NHS, private or mixed - NHS availability changes. Check the NHS Find a Dentist service.
Recent Sold Prices in Bangor
| Address | Price | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49, FFORDD CRWYS | £295,000 | Semi-detached | Jul 2026 |
| FLAT 2, UXBRIDGE COURT, HOLYHEAD ROAD | £75,000 | Flat | Jul 2026 |
| 30, TREFONWYS | £385,000 | Detached | Jul 2026 |
| 62, FFORDD CYNAN | £120,000 | Detached | Jul 2026 |
| 33, RHOSFRYN | £170,000 | Semi-detached | Jun 2026 |
| 40, RHOSFRYN | £220,000 | Semi-detached | Jun 2026 |
| 27, BRYN EITHINOG | £255,000 | Semi-detached | Jun 2026 |
| 15, FFORDD GWYNDY | £275,000 | Detached | Jun 2026 |
| 45, PENCHWINTAN ROAD | £140,000 | Terraced | Jun 2026 |
| BRENTWOOD, COLLEGE ROAD | £465,000 | Detached | Jun 2026 |
Contains HM Land Registry data. Crown copyright and database right 2026.
Schools in Bangor
Primary Schools
| School | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Y Garnedd | Not rated | 0.2 mi |
| Ysgol Gynradd Hirael | Not rated | 0.4 mi |
| Ysgol Ein Harglwyddes | Not rated | 0.5 mi |
| Ysgol Glancegin | Not rated | 0.6 mi |
| Ysgol Cae Top | Not rated | 1.1 mi |
| Ysgol Gynradd Llandegfan | Not rated | 1.3 mi |
| Ysgol Llandygai | Not rated | 1.5 mi |
| Ysgol Gynradd y Borth | Not rated | 1.6 mi |
Secondary Schools
| School | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Tryfan | Not rated | 0.8 mi |
| Ysgol Friars | Not rated | 1.1 mi |
| Ysgol David Hughes | Not rated | 1.9 mi |
Broadband in Bangor
Local Amenities in Bangor
Parks & Green Spaces
- Park 0 mi
- Playground 0 mi
- Bible Garden 0.1 mi
- University Gardens Park 0.1 mi
- Bangor Tennis Club 0.3 mi
Supermarkets
- Marks & Spencer 0.2 mi
- Morrisons 0.2 mi
- Asda 0.2 mi
- Lidl 0.4 mi
- Aldi 1.3 mi
Train Stations
- Bangor (Gwynedd) Rail Station 0.4 mi
- Llanfairpwll Rail Station 3.3 mi
Hospitals & Healthcare
- Boots 0.2 mi
- Rowlands Pharmacy 0.2 mi
- Y Pod 0.2 mi
- Doctors 0.3 mi
- Chiropody and Podiatry Clinic 1.4 mi
Planning & Heritage in Bangor
No special planning designations found near the town centre.