Bryn Eirias Close is in Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay and in Conwy district. LL29 8AB is located in the Glyn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bryn Eirias Close, Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay, LL29 8AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL29 8AA, LL29 8AD, LL29 8AE, LL29 8AF, LL29 8PU, LL29 8AL, LL29 8RA, LL29 8AG, LL29 8AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL29 8AB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.6% | 50.6% | -7.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 42.4% | 49.4% | 7.0% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 24.2% | 19.9% | -4.3% | 37.9% | -18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.6% | 36.8% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 20.9% | 9.3% | 9.1% | 11.8% |
| Widowed | 24.2% | 19.9% | -4.3% | 6.1% | 13.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (55.8%) 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 | 27.2% | 23.8% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -24.6% |
| Good health | 25.4% | 32% | 6.6% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 32.6% | 26.4% | -6.2% | 12.7% | 13.7% |
| Bad health | 11.6% | 12.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 8.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 5.6% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 4.4% |
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.
In the area around LL29 8AB this area, 28.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 51.2% | 28.9% | -22.3% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 5.3% | 10.9% | 5.6% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 9.5% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 12.9% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 24.4% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 8.7% | 4.5% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 97% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 98.7% | 94% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| 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 | 98.7% | 94% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.5% | 76.7% | -15.2% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 35.5% | 13.5% | 22.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bryn Eirias Close was 102.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.6% higher than the Eirias average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bryn Eirias Close has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Eirias and the 120th highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Bryn Eirias Close, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £246,500 | 2024-08-09 | £244,494 |
| 11 Bryn Eirias Close, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2022-02-04 | £261,834 |
| 8 Bryn Eirias Close, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-12-10 | £225,552 |
| 6 Bryn Eirias Close, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2019-07-19 | £253,838 |
| 9 Bryn Eirias Close, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2019-02-27 | £233,238 |
LL29 8AB 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 LL29 8AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bod Alaw Abergele Road , LL29 7ST | - not rated | 241 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eirias High School Eirias Road , LL29 7SP | - not rated | 325 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Elian Windsor Drive , Colwyn Bay LL29 8HU | - not rated | 880 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Old Colwyn Junior C.P. School Church Walks , Old Colwyn LL29 9RU | - not rated | 920 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rydal Penrhos Pwllycrochan Avenue , LL29 7BT | - not rated | 1,543 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colwyn Bay Fire Station | Fire Station, Abergele Road | 48 yd | |
| D Company 3rd Battalion The Royal Welsh | T A Centre, Groes Road | 230 yd | |
| North Wales Police Headquarters Canteen | Glan Y Don, Abergele Road | 550 yd | |
| Puffin House Residential | 8 Lawson Road | 602 yd | |
| Amanda's Tea Room - Sandwich Bar | 59 Abergele Road | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Hotel | 128 Abergele Road | 593 yd | |
| The Cuckoo | 327-329 Abergele Road | 878 yd | |
| Black Cloak Brewing Ltd | 71 Abergele Road | 992 yd | |
| Theatr Colwyn | Theatr Colwyn, Abergele Road | 992 yd | |
| The Plough | 282 Abergele Road | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wo Foong | 242 Abergele Road | 695 yd | |
| James Fish Bar | 117 Abergele Road | 702 yd | |
| East Eat | 127 Abergele Road | 702 yd | |
| The Pop Up Bar Company North Wales | 51 Min Y Don Avenue | 797 yd | |
| Dynasty Chinese Takeaway | 78 Abergele Road | 816 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 | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 9.1% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.