College Avenue is in Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay and in Colwyn district. LL28 4NT 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 College Avenue, Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay, LL28 4NT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL28 4NS, LL28 4ND, LL28 4PW, LL28 4HS, LL28 4NW, LL28 4NN, LL28 4NR, LL28 4PU, LL28 4NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL28 4NT 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 | 55.6% | 49.8% | -5.8% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 44.4% | 50.2% | 5.8% | 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 | 25% | 20.9% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.4% | 44.7% | 5.3% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 18% | 7.8% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Widowed | 21.8% | 12.7% | -9.1% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 | 32.9% | 38.3% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 33.8% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 24.4% | 19.5% | -4.9% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 6.4% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.9% | 1.9% | -3.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 28.2% | 16.3% | -11.9% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 8.9% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 11.4% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 6.9% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.1% | 13.8% | 8.7% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.6% | 38.2% | 8.6% | 33.8% | 4.4% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.5% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.5% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 94.7% 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% | 94.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 4.5% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 94.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around College Avenue was 81.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.3% lower than the Llandrillo-yn-Rhos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
College Avenue has the 16th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Llandrillo-yn-Rhos and the 152nd highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 College Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2025-04-09 | £388,050 |
| 9 College Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £367,000 | 2024-12-02 | £371,480 |
| Flat 29 Conwy Garth College Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-05-22 | £139,959 |
| 20 College Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Other, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-07-28 | £162,924 |
| 12 College Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Other, an established residential building | £447,500 | 2023-05-02 | £433,272 |
LL28 4NT 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 4NT 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 | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Other | 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 | 593 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Brackley Avenue , LL29 7UU | - not rated | 2,174 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rydal Penrhos Pwllycrochan Avenue , LL29 7BT | - not rated | 2,359 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Creuddyn Ffordd Dderwen , Bae Penrhyn LL30 3LB | - not rated | 2,552 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Glanwydden Ffordd Derwen , Bae Penrhyn LL30 3LB | - not rated | 2,556 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 | 205 yd | |
| The Galleon | 34-36 Colwyn Avenue | 472 yd | |
| Number 25 | 25 Penrhyn Avenue | 497 yd | |
| Rhos Methodist Play Group | Scout Headquarters, Church Road | 504 yd | |
| Fortes (Wales) Ltd | Penrhyn Avenue | 507 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just a Bite Catering at Colwyn Bay Cricket Club | Colwyn Bay Cricket Club, 77 Penrhyn Avenue | 323 yd | |
| Rhos Fynach | Rhos Promenade | 356 yd | |
| Le Sport Health & Fitness | Le Sport Health & Fitness, Colwyn Avenue | 500 yd | |
| Elementary | 15 Penrhyn Avenue | 513 yd | |
| Tapps at Rhos | 1 Everard Road | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Wok | 117 Penrhyn Avenue | 338 yd | |
| Rhos Pizza Kebab | 35 Colwyn Avenue | 500 yd | |
| Dragon City Chinese Take Away | 25 Colwyn Avenue | 500 yd | |
| Toms Treats | 16 Colwyn Avenue | 500 yd | |
| Vintage Kitchen | 43 Penrhyn Avenue | 504 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | Colwyn Avenue | 500 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 | 48.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.