Dolwen Road is in Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay and in Colwyn district. LL29 8UP is located in the Eirias electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dolwen Road, Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay, LL29 8UP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL29 8YL, LL29 8EE, LL29 8NG, LL29 8US, LL29 8UL, LL29 8EN, LL29 8LL, LL29 8RU, LL29 8UT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL29 8UP 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 | 52.9% | 50.1% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 47.1% | 49.9% | 2.8% | 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 vicinity of LL29 8UP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% 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 | 11.6% | 25.9% | 14.3% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.7% | 57% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 9.2% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 6.1% | -6.0% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.4% | 59.8% | 5.4% | 48.4% | 11.4% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 27.9% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 8.3% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 8UP this area, 9.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.1% | 9.7% | -14.4% | 18.2% | -8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 5.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 14.2% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 21.8% | 12.9% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.4% | 40.5% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 6.7% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.3% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 97.4% | 95.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 95.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dolwen Road was 35.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.7% lower than the Eirias average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dolwen Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Eirias and the 107th lowest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Dolwen Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-03-19 | £186,073 |
| 47 Dolwen Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-02-21 | £308,358 |
| 37 Dolwen Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-04-27 | £155,307 |
| 30 Dolwen Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-08-25 | £276,493 |
| 16 Dolwen Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-06-30 | £348,214 |
LL29 8UP 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 | 167 |
| Retired | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 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 Bryn Elian Windsor Drive , Colwyn Bay LL29 8HU | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Old Colwyn Junior C.P. School Church Walks , Old Colwyn LL29 9RU | - not rated | 1,401 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol T. Gwynn Jones Llanelian Road , Old Colwyn LL29 9AU | - not rated | 1,705 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Conwy Education Centre Penrhos Avenue , LL29 9HW | - not rated | 1,731 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Y Plas Llanelian , Old Colwyn LL29 8YY | - not rated | 1,948 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cais Social Enterprises Porters Coffee Shop | Eirias Park | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bubble Catering at Old Colwyn Golf Club | Woodland Avenue | 1,006 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 | 54.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.04 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.04 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.