Princes Drive is in Colwyn Bay and in Colwyn district. LL29 8PW 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 Princes Drive, Colwyn Bay, LL29 8PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL29 8RR, LL29 8PP, LL29 7LL, LL29 8RP, LL29 7LN, LL29 7YA, LL29 7YB, LL29 8RS, LL28 4BS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL29 8PW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 50.1% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 47.2% | 49.9% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 LL29 8PW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.3% 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 | 38.4% | 44.3% | 5.9% | 37.9% | 6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.7% | 26.7% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -17.5% |
| Separated | 6.5% | 3.1% | -3.4% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 16% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 16% | 9.7% | -6.3% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 41.5% | 45.2% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 26.3% | 26% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -7.6% |
| Fair health | 24.9% | 18.9% | -6.0% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 8.3% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 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 | 29.3% | 23.3% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 10.2% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 12.7% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 21.1% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 28.3% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 5.5% | 0.9% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.4% | 89.2% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 7.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 87.4% 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 | 93.8% | 87.4% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| European Union | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 4.3% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 87.6% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 8.1% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 1% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.3% | 76.7% | -8.4% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas Territories | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 26.2% | 13.5% | 12.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48% | 37.2% | 10.8% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Princes Drive was 125.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.2% higher than the Eirias average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Princes Drive has the 19th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Eirias and the 92nd highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.1%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74D Princes Drive, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2025-10-08 | £200,000 |
| 81 Princes Drive, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-07-29 | £172,743 |
| 72A Princes Drive, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-11-20 | £172,424 |
| 55 Princes Drive, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-01-31 | £238,841 |
| 61 Princes Drive, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Other, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2023-10-04 | £566,967 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Other | 20 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Brackley Avenue , LL29 7UU | - not rated | 333 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rydal Penrhos Pwllycrochan Avenue , LL29 7BT | - not rated | 519 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Pen Y Bryn Wentworth Avenue , LL29 6DD | - not rated | 1,309 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llandrillo Yn Rhos Primary School Elwy Road , Llandrillo Yn Rhos LL28 4LX | - not rated | 1,642 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eirias High School Eirias Road , LL29 7SP | - not rated | 1,725 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corner Cupboard | 1 Wynnstay Road | 485 yd | |
| SIP Cafe & Kitchen | 24 Conway Road | 616 yd | |
| Haus | 13 Penrhyn Road | 628 yd | |
| Virgilio's | 19 Penrhyn Road | 628 yd | |
| Flat White Cafe | 15 Penrhyn Road | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Toad Pub | West Promenade | 272 yd | |
| The Bay Hop | 17 Penrhyn Road | 628 yd | |
| J D Wetherspoon Plc | The Picture House, 24-26 Princes Drive | 640 yd | |
| Sheldons Cafe Bar Ltd | 8 Penrhyn Road | 682 yd | |
| The Station | 1 Station Road | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaap's Catch | 111 Conway Road | 244 yd | |
| Rozi's Tandoori House | Grosvenor Buildings, 99 Conway Road | 244 yd | |
| The Coffee Pot (Kiosk No 2) | The Promenade | 274 yd | |
| The Byre | 160 Conway Road | 334 yd | |
| Cheekey Bay Pizza | 144 Conway Road | 334 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl, Conway Road | 226 yd | |
| Morrisons | Bay View Centre, Sea View Road | 836 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | Bay View Shopping Cent, Sea View Road | 836 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit C1, Bay View Centre, Sea View Road | 940 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 | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.