Conway Road is in Mochdre, Colwyn Bay and in Colwyn district. LL28 5DS 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 5DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL28 5DU, LL28 5DT, LL28 5EB, LL28 5DG, LL28 5AR, LL28 5DY, LL28 5AL, LL28 5AP, LL28 5BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL28 5DS has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 54.4% | 48% | -6.4% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 45.6% | 52% | 6.4% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LL28 5DS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.3% | 43.2% | 11.9% | 37.9% | 5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.5% | 39.4% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 7.6% | -4.1% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 5.7% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 44.7% | 48.6% | 3.9% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 34% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 12.3% | -5.3% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4.6% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.8% | 18.1% | -12.7% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 8.7% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 21.5% | 6.1% | 13.4% | 8.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.2% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 22.3% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 22.6% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.6% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 95.6% | 93.4% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 95.6% | 90.9% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 90.9% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.2% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.8% | 76.7% | -13.9% |
| Romania | 4% | 0.9% | 3.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 30.4% | 13.5% | 16.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48% | 37.2% | 10.8% |
| Christian | 37.1% | 46.2% | -9.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Sikh | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Conway Road was 91.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.6% higher than the Glyn y Marl average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Conway Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Glyn y Marl and the 133rd highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 288 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-05-13 | £150,000 |
| 290A Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-05-01 | £100,000 |
| 294 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-05-01 | £100,000 |
| 240 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Other, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2022-12-16 | £608,730 |
| 240 Conway Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Other, an established residential building | £379,000 | 2020-10-10 | £426,431 |
LL28 5DS 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 student residents living in LL28 5DS area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mochdre Infants C.P. School Station Road , Mochdre LL28 5EF | - not rated | 154 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cystennin The Old Highway , Mochdre LL28 5AU | - not rated | 316 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Pen Y Bryn Wentworth Avenue , LL29 6DD | - not rated | 1,927 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Brackley Avenue , LL29 7UU | - not rated | 2,169 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rydal Penrhos Pwllycrochan Avenue , LL29 7BT | - not rated | 2,211 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 | 1 yd | |
| Ann's Kitchen | Network House, Conway Road | 584 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mountain View | Old Conway Road | 274 yd | |
| Mochdre Sports and Social Club | Mochdre Sports Association, Swan Road | 463 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Sun | 292 Conway Road | 1 yd | |
| Hungrys | 258 Conway Road | 39 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 | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| 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 | 41.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.