Francis Avenue is in Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay and in Colwyn district. LL28 4DW is located in the Llandrillo-yn-Rhos electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Francis Avenue, Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay, LL28 4DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL28 4DR, LL28 4DP, LL28 4TE, LL28 4HW, LL28 4EE, LL28 4DH, LL28 4EA, LL28 4DN, LL28 4EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL28 4DW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 52% | 49.8% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 48% | 50.2% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 22.8% | 24.1% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 47.1% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 9.7% | -3.1% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 18.9% | 15.5% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 9.4% |
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 | 36.2% | 40.8% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 30.7% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 24.3% | 24.1% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 11.4% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 3.4% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
In the area around LL28 4DW this area, 28.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.6% | 28.3% | 2.7% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 7.2% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 11.1% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 10.4% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 34.8% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 1.0% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.2% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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 | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 1.6% | 3.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 91.3% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 93.8% | 90.6% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 5.3% | 5.0% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 90.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0.6% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.5% | 76.7% | -4.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 60.6% | 46.2% | 14.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Francis Avenue was 69.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.9% lower than the Llandrillo-yn-Rhos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Francis Avenue has the 17th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Llandrillo-yn-Rhos and the 168th highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Francis Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-09-27 | £219,195 |
| 30 Francis Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2024-08-08 | £590,158 |
| 15A Francis Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2023-02-27 | £397,259 |
| 18 Francis Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-02-24 | £209,144 |
| 21 Francis Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-03-19 | £316,636 |
LL28 4DW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in LL28 4DW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Brackley Avenue , LL29 7UU | - not rated | 966 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llandrillo Yn Rhos Primary School Elwy Road , Llandrillo Yn Rhos LL28 4LX | - not rated | 1,013 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rydal Penrhos Pwllycrochan Avenue , LL29 7BT | - not rated | 1,148 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Pen Y Bryn Wentworth Avenue , LL29 6DD | - not rated | 1,812 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cystennin The Old Highway , Mochdre LL28 5AU | - not rated | 1,974 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coast Cafe & Gift Shop | 71 Rhos Promenade | 648 yd | |
| The Corner Cafe | 17a Rhos Road | 685 yd | |
| Dionyssos Resto | 11 Everard Road | 699 yd | |
| Fat Jacks | 17 Rhos Road | 729 yd | |
| Johnny Dough's Rhos-On-Sea | 24 Rhos Road | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boathouse | 5-7 Everard Road | 712 yd | |
| Tapps at Rhos | 1 Everard Road | 720 yd | |
| The Toad Pub | West Promenade | 753 yd | |
| Le Sport Health & Fitness | Le Sport Health & Fitness, Colwyn Avenue | 831 yd | |
| Elementary | 15 Penrhyn Avenue | 843 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botanical Lounge | 162 Conway Road | 360 yd | |
| The Byre | 160 Conway Road | 366 yd | |
| Cheekey Bay Pizza | 144 Conway Road | 366 yd | |
| Rozi's Tandoori House | Grosvenor Buildings, 99 Conway Road | 467 yd | |
| Jaap's Catch | 111 Conway Road | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl, Conway Road | 450 yd | |
| Co Op | Colwyn Avenue | 831 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.