Marine Drive is in Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay and in Colwyn district. LL28 4HT 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 Marine Drive, Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay, LL28 4HT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL28 4PD, LL28 4ND, LL28 4PW, LL28 4PE, LL28 4NT, LL28 4PB, LL28 4NU, LL28 4QB, LL28 4PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL28 4HT has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 51.7% | 48.6% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 48.3% | 51.4% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 LL28 4HT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.2% 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 | 23.8% | 20% | -3.8% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 59.2% | 7.3% | 44.2% | 15.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 9.6% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 7.5% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 42.6% | 46.4% | 3.8% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 33.6% | -5.3% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 12% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 6.2% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 14.5% | 13.9% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 4.6% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 16.5% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 12.7% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.1% | 43% | 0.9% | 33.8% | 9.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.2% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.8% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 96.6% | 93.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.6% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 93.1% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 6.2% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marine Drive was 59.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.7% lower than the Llandrillo-yn-Rhos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marine Drive has the 19th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Llandrillo-yn-Rhos and the 192nd lowest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 95.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85A Marine Drive, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-03-14 | £259,817 |
| 59 Marine Drive, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £78,500 | 2023-07-17 | £78,179 |
| 85A Marine Drive, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-03-08 | £216,956 |
| 57 Marine Drive, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-04-29 | £536,974 |
| Old Sunfold, 71 Marine Drive, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2020-11-27 | £505,513 |
LL28 4HT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 4HT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llandrillo Yn Rhos Primary School Elwy Road , Llandrillo Yn Rhos LL28 4LX | - not rated | 681 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Brackley Avenue , LL29 7UU | - not rated | 2,396 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Creuddyn Ffordd Dderwen , Bae Penrhyn LL30 3LB | - not rated | 2,459 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Glanwydden Ffordd Derwen , Bae Penrhyn LL30 3LB | - not rated | 2,473 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rydal Penrhos Pwllycrochan Avenue , LL29 7BT | - not rated | 2,581 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 Bistro | Adlington House, Abbey Road | 433 yd | |
| Rhos Methodist Play Group | Scout Headquarters, Church Road | 508 yd | |
| The Galleon | 34-36 Colwyn Avenue | 695 yd | |
| Number 25 | 25 Penrhyn Avenue | 722 yd | |
| Fortes (Wales) Ltd | Penrhyn Avenue | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just a Bite Catering at Colwyn Bay Cricket Club | Colwyn Bay Cricket Club, 77 Penrhyn Avenue | 491 yd | |
| Rhos Fynach | Rhos Promenade | 581 yd | |
| Le Sport Health & Fitness | Le Sport Health & Fitness, Colwyn Avenue | 723 yd | |
| Elementary | 15 Penrhyn Avenue | 740 yd | |
| Tapps at Rhos | 1 Everard Road | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Wok | 117 Penrhyn Avenue | 351 yd | |
| Rhos Pizza Kebab | 35 Colwyn Avenue | 723 yd | |
| Dragon City Chinese Take Away | 25 Colwyn Avenue | 723 yd | |
| Toms Treats | 16 Colwyn Avenue | 723 yd | |
| Vintage Kitchen | 43 Penrhyn Avenue | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | Colwyn Avenue | 723 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 | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.29 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.29 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.