Penrhyn Avenue is in Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay and in Conwy district. LL28 4PS 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 Penrhyn Avenue, Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay, LL28 4PS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL28 4RB, LL28 4PP, LL28 4RD, LL28 4NG, LL28 4RL, LL28 4PN, LL28 4RG, LL28 4RW, LL28 4QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL28 4PS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 59.3% | 50.4% | -8.9% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 40.7% | 49.6% | 8.9% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 25.5% | 29.3% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 39.9% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 13% | 14.1% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 15.8% | 12.1% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.4% | 37.7% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 32.9% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 24.4% | 19.7% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 6.6% | 3.7% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 | 26.6% | 22.7% | -3.9% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 7.1% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 8.6% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 15.2% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 36.9% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 3.1% |
| Other | 3.3% | 3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% 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 | 0.5% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 0.7% | 5.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90% | 90.2% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
| Arab | 6.7% | 0.9% | -5.8% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 85.6% | 91.1% | 5.5% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 2.2% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 4.9% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.7% | 91.1% | 6.4% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.3% | 1.3% | -3.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 0.4% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penrhyn Avenue was 4.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.1% lower than the Llandrillo-yn-Rhos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penrhyn Avenue has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Llandrillo-yn-Rhos and the 4th lowest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Penrhyn Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-11-10 | £192,709 |
| 11 Penrhyn Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Other, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-08-25 | £200,040 |
| 43 Penrhyn Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Other, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2022-03-01 | £77,846 |
| 3 Penrhyn Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Other, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-03-08 | £250,427 |
| 7 - 9 Penrhyn Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-02-28 | £155,145 |
LL28 4PS 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 4PS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 613 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Brackley Avenue , LL29 7UU | - not rated | 1,673 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rydal Penrhos Pwllycrochan Avenue , LL29 7BT | - not rated | 1,858 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Pen Y Bryn Wentworth Avenue , LL29 6DD | - not rated | 2,628 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cystennin The Old Highway , Mochdre LL28 5AU | - not rated | 2,718 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number 25 | 25 Penrhyn Avenue | 11 yd | |
| Copper Kettle | 4 Colwyn Avenue | 49 yd | |
| Fortes (Wales) Ltd | Penrhyn Avenue | 51 yd | |
| The Galleon | 34-36 Colwyn Avenue | 53 yd | |
| Mexican Wave | 6 Rhos Road | 70 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary | 15 Penrhyn Avenue | 17 yd | |
| Le Sport Health & Fitness | Le Sport Health & Fitness, Colwyn Avenue | 37 yd | |
| Tapps at Rhos | 1 Everard Road | 125 yd | |
| The Boathouse | 5-7 Everard Road | 132 yd | |
| Rhos Fynach | Rhos Promenade | 212 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage Kitchen | 43 Penrhyn Avenue | 6 yd | |
| Rhos Pizza Kebab | 35 Colwyn Avenue | 37 yd | |
| Dragon City Chinese Take Away | 25 Colwyn Avenue | 37 yd | |
| Toms Treats | 16 Colwyn Avenue | 37 yd | |
| Salty Cow Milkshake Bar | 73 Rhos Promenade | 105 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | Colwyn Avenue | 37 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 | 75 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.