Meadow Gardens is in Towyn, Abergele and in Conwy district. LL22 9PJ is located in the Towyn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd West. This postcode has been in use since 2004-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Gardens, Towyn, Abergele, LL22 9PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL22 9NR, LL22 9NE, LL22 9LQ, LL22 9LE, LL22 9LZ, LL22 9NJ, LL22 9NX, LL22 9PB, LL22 9NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL22 9PJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 49.4% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 46.9% | 50.6% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LL22 9PJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.5% | 23.6% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 53.9% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 10.1% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 39.2% | 45.8% | 6.6% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 27.2% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 20.5% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 5.4% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 1% | -2.9% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.8% | 27.1% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 12.3% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.5% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 9.3% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 15.2% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.5% | 17.8% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -16.0% |
| Other | 7.3% | 3.7% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| White | 97.4% | 92.6% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 4.8% | 4.5% | 0.1% | 4.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 97.7% | 96.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 96.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 59.3% | 46.2% | 13.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Gardens was 24.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.0% lower than the Kinmel Bay average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Meadow Gardens has the lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Kinmel Bay and the 59th lowest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% 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 Meadow Gardens, Abergele, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-07-31 | £312,755 |
| 4 Meadow Gardens, Abergele, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-12-08 | £301,292 |
| 1 Meadow Gardens, Abergele, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2014-09-26 | £284,953 |
| 4 Meadow Gardens, Abergele, Conwy Detached, a newly built property | £210,000 | 2004-09-01 | £359,842 |
| 3 Meadow Gardens, Abergele, Conwy Detached, a newly built property | £179,500 | 2004-06-24 | £323,498 |
LL22 9PJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in LL22 9PJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Maes Owen Morfa Avenue , Foryd LL18 5LE | - not rated | 1,201 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Foryd Morfa Avenue , Foryd LL18 5LE | - not rated | 1,287 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Glan Gele Ffordd Y Morfa , Abergele LL22 7NU | - not rated | 3,115 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Glan Morfa Ffordd Y Morfa , Abergele LL22 7NU | - not rated | 3,115 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Elfod Junior School Ffordd Y Morfa , Abergele LL22 7NU | - not rated | 3,115 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shack | Towyn Road | 634 yd | |
| Market Central Cafe | Tir Prince Raceway Ltd, Towyn Road | 671 yd | |
| The Ark | 1 Penisaf Avenue | 686 yd | |
| Planet Play 2 | The Old School House, Towyn Road | 720 yd | |
| Harrys Pizza & Kebab | Towyn Road | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browns Bar & Grill | Browns Holiday Camp, Towyn Road | 625 yd | |
| Tinkers Bar Cocktails & Eatery | Towyn Road | 681 yd | |
| The Wendover | 1 Penisaf Avenue | 686 yd | |
| Cues Sports & Entertainment Bar | Towyn Road | 732 yd | |
| Seagull Inn | Seagull Inn, Towyn Road | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towyn Pizza & Kebab House | Towyn Road | 632 yd | |
| Windsor Fish & Chips | Towyn Road | 660 yd | |
| Premier Pizza and Kebab | Sandbank Road | 846 yd | |
| Food Factory | Sandbank Road | 846 yd | |
| Winkups Chippy (Darbeys) | Lyons Winkups Holiday Park, Towyn Road | 977 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.