Y Gelli is in Llanddulas, Abergele and in Colwyn district. LL22 8HQ is located in the Gele and Llanddulas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd West. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Y Gelli, Llanddulas, Abergele, LL22 8HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL22 8EP, LL22 8EN, LL22 8HH, LL22 8JB, LL22 8JE, LL22 8ER, LL22 8EW, LL22 8FR, LL22 8HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL22 8HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.5% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.5% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.6% | 29.5% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 46.6% | -8.3% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 14.1% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 7.3% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.7% | 35.8% | -10.9% | 48.4% | -12.6% |
| Good health | 34% | 37.7% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 18.1% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 6.2% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 19% | -1.9% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 8% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 17.3% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 3.4% | -2.6% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 19.4% | 10.0% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 30.4% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 99% | 96.6% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.9% | 97.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Y Gelli was 123.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.6% higher than the Colwyn average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Y Gelli has the 10th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Colwyn and the 95th highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Y Gelli, Abergele, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2025-03-13 | £183,625 |
| 3 Y Gelli, Abergele, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2020-07-20 | £230,248 |
| 8 Y Gelli, Abergele, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2018-12-20 | £166,451 |
| 9 Y Gelli, Abergele, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £264,000 | 2018-11-23 | £366,872 |
| 1 Y Gelli, Abergele, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2013-10-18 | £193,831 |
The percentage of retired residents living in LL22 8HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 78 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Llanddulas Controlled Minffordd Road , Llanddulas LL22 8EW | - not rated | 106 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Cynfran Dolwen Road , Llysfaen LL29 8SS | - not rated | 1,491 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Conwy Education Centre Penrhos Avenue , LL29 9HW | - not rated | 2,806 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol T. Gwynn Jones Llanelian Road , Old Colwyn LL29 9AU | - not rated | 3,083 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Plas Llanelian , Old Colwyn LL29 8YY | - not rated | 4,173 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Indian Chef | A55 Interchange, Abergele Road | 238 yd | |
| Tides Bistro & Beach Comber Bar | Beach Caravan And Chalet Park, Beach House Road | 389 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion | Royal British Legion, Abergele Road | 63 yd | |
| The Valentine Inn | Mill Street | 229 yd | |
| Beach Comber Club (Thornley Leisure Ltd) | Beach Caravan & Chalet Park, Beach Road | 361 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 70.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.