Conway Road is in Mochdre, Colwyn Bay and in Conwy district. LL28 5AA is located in the Mochdre electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Conway Road, Mochdre, Colwyn Bay, LL28 5AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL28 5AE, LL28 5AD, LL28 5BW, LL28 5BN, LL28 5AF, LL28 5BY, LL28 5AW, LL28 5DA, LL28 5AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LL28 5AA is primarily male, with 53.2% of the population 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 | 53% | 46.8% | -6.2% | 51.0% | -4.2% |
| Male | 47% | 53.2% | 6.2% | 49.0% | 4.2% |
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 | 19.3% | 32.4% | 13.1% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 48.6% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 11% | 9.7% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 13.6% | 8.9% | -4.7% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 43.6% | 37.3% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 38.4% | 6.2% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 16.4% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 6.3% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.1% | 19.6% | -11.5% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 9.8% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 10.2% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 10.2% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 13.1% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 34.3% | 10.6% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.4% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 97.7% | 97% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 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% | 97.4% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Conway Road was 26.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.4% lower than the Glyn y Marl average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Conway Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Glyn y Marl and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 249 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2025-05-16 | £177,000 |
| 255 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2025-03-06 | £79,992 |
| 251 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-04-19 | £101,426 |
| 231 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2024-04-18 | £236,325 |
| 287 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £289,000 | 2023-11-17 | £284,621 |
LL28 5AA 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 5AA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Cystennin The Old Highway , Mochdre LL28 5AU | - not rated | 703 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mochdre Infants C.P. School Station Road , Mochdre LL28 5EF | - not rated | 733 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Brackley Avenue , LL29 7UU | - not rated | 1,772 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llandrillo Yn Rhos Primary School Elwy Road , Llandrillo Yn Rhos LL28 4LX | - not rated | 1,809 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 |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jillys | 276 Conway Road | 582 yd | |
| Catering Facilities (Graze) at Welsh Mountain Zoo’ | Welsh Mountain Zoo, Old Highway | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mountain View | Old Conway Road | 818 yd | |
| Colwyn Bay Rugby Football Club Ltd | Brookfield Drive | 1,026 yd | |
| Mochdre Sports and Social Club | Mochdre Sports Association, Swan Road | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungrys | 258 Conway Road | 543 yd | |
| Red Sun | 292 Conway Road | 582 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 | 70.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.