Elwy Road is in Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay and in Conwy district. LL28 4SB 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 Elwy Road, Rhos On Sea, Colwyn Bay, LL28 4SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL28 4BX, LL28 4BZ, LL28 4AX, LL28 4AJ, LL28 4RH, LL28 4RY, LL28 4AZ, LL28 4PL, LL28 4LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL28 4SB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.2% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.8% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 27.7% | 32% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 40.4% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 15.1% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 6.0% |
| Widowed | 18.8% | 8% | -10.8% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.4%) 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 | 41.3% | 41.5% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 28.9% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 21.9% | 18.4% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 9.4% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 5.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 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 | 33.3% | 21.7% | -11.6% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 8.8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 13.7% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 11.1% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 5.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 13.3% | -2.2% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 27.9% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.8% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 96.8% | 95.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 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 | 95.5% | 95.6% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elwy Road was 160.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.3% higher than the Llandrillo-yn-Rhos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elwy Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Llandrillo-yn-Rhos and the 66th highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 84.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 44.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Elwy Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-10-17 | £266,878 |
| 18A Elwy Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Other, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-08-18 | £100,020 |
| 29 Elwy Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £224,500 | 2021-02-12 | £268,574 |
| 11 Elwy Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,750 | 2019-10-17 | £295,491 |
| 21 Elwy Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2019-09-02 | £201,076 |
LL28 4SB 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 4SB 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 | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 271 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Brackley Avenue , LL29 7UU | - not rated | 1,748 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rydal Penrhos Pwllycrochan Avenue , LL29 7BT | - not rated | 1,934 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Glanwydden Ffordd Derwen , Bae Penrhyn LL30 3LB | - not rated | 2,360 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Creuddyn Ffordd Dderwen , Bae Penrhyn LL30 3LB | - not rated | 2,383 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 Corner Cafe | 17a Rhos Road | 247 yd | |
| The Galleon | 34-36 Colwyn Avenue | 326 yd | |
| Johnny Dough's Rhos-On-Sea | 24 Rhos Road | 353 yd | |
| Fat Jacks | 17 Rhos Road | 357 yd | |
| Copper Kettle | 4 Colwyn Avenue | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just a Bite Catering at Colwyn Bay Cricket Club | Colwyn Bay Cricket Club, 77 Penrhyn Avenue | 243 yd | |
| Le Sport Health & Fitness | Le Sport Health & Fitness, Colwyn Avenue | 336 yd | |
| Tapps at Rhos | 1 Everard Road | 355 yd | |
| The Boathouse | 5-7 Everard Road | 357 yd | |
| Hickory's Smokehouse | Hickory's Smokehouse, 9 Llandudno Road | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune House | 29 Rhos Road | 247 yd | |
| Rhos Tandoori | 4 Everard Road | 332 yd | |
| Rhos Pizza Kebab | 35 Colwyn Avenue | 336 yd | |
| Dragon City Chinese Take Away | 25 Colwyn Avenue | 336 yd | |
| Toms Treats | 16 Colwyn Avenue | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | Colwyn Avenue | 336 yd | |
| Co Op | 35 Llandudno Road | 832 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.