Birkdale Close is in Colwyn Bay and in Colwyn district. LL29 6DA is located in the Rhiw electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birkdale Close, Colwyn Bay, LL29 6DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL29 6DB, LL29 6AP, LL29 6DL, LL29 6DG, LL29 6AR, LL29 6DH, LL29 6DN, LL29 6DZ, LL29 6AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL29 6DA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.6% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.4% | -2.2% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of LL29 6DA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.8% | 27.2% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 55.8% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 10.7% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 55.4% | 49.1% | -6.3% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 33% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 15.8% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 18% | 15.6% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 6.3% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 10.7% | -9.0% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 23.2% | 11.7% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.5% | 36.2% | 6.7% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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 | 3.5% | 0.4% | -3.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 92.9% | 93.5% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 89.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 89.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 5.4% | 4.4% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 1.8% | -2.7% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 88.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birkdale Close was 36.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.0% lower than the Eirias average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birkdale Close has the 13th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Eirias and the 116th lowest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Birkdale Close, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-06-06 | £190,000 |
| 22 Birkdale Close, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-03-07 | £203,061 |
| 24 Birkdale Close, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-09-30 | £188,297 |
| 10 Birkdale Close, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,950 | 2022-03-07 | £198,947 |
| 2 Birkdale Close, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2021-09-17 | £243,476 |
LL29 6DA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LL29 6DA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Pen Y Bryn Wentworth Avenue , LL29 6DD | - not rated | 257 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rydal Penrhos Pwllycrochan Avenue , LL29 7BT | - not rated | 1,156 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Brackley Avenue , LL29 7UU | - not rated | 1,286 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bod Alaw Abergele Road , LL29 7ST | - not rated | 1,549 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Cystennin The Old Highway , Mochdre LL28 5AU | - not rated | 1,557 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catering Facilities (Graze) at Welsh Mountain Zoo’ | Welsh Mountain Zoo, Old Highway | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pen y Bryn | Pen Y Bryn, Pen y Bryn Road | 245 yd | |
| Colwyn Bay & District Club Ltd | 31 Coed Pella Road | 706 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A M K Indian Takeaway | 2 Wentworth Avenue | 216 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 | 74 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.