Arfon Cottage is in Tan Y Lan, Colwyn Bay and in Conwy district. LL29 9AN is located in the Colwyn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clwyd West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Arfon Cottage, Tan Y Lan, Colwyn Bay, LL29 9AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL29 9AL, LL29 9AU, LL29 9AP, LL29 9YP, LL29 9LE, LL29 9HH, LL29 9HJ, LL29 9AW, LL29 9BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL29 9AN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 50.7% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 51.7% | 49.3% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 28.9% | 36.1% | 7.2% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 43.7% | -9.6% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 12.6% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.5% | 40.1% | -13.4% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 39.5% | 8.8% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 13.4% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6.2% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 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 | 26.7% | 14.7% | -12.0% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 11.1% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 14% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 8.6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 15.4% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 32.3% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.2% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 97.9% | 97.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 97.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 43.5% | 46.2% | -2.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arfon Cottage was 55.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.4% lower than the Colwyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Arfon Cottage has the 9th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Colwyn and the 182nd lowest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Arfon Cottage, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2023-07-21 | £52,711 |
| 2 Arfon Cottage, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2022-12-08 | £73,264 |
| 2 Arfon Cottage, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £61,500 | 2006-07-07 | £95,167 |
| 2 Arfon Cottage, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2003-05-09 | £93,427 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol T. Gwynn Jones Llanelian Road , Old Colwyn LL29 9AU | - not rated | 82 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Conwy Education Centre Penrhos Avenue , LL29 9HW | - not rated | 333 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Old Colwyn Junior C.P. School Church Walks , Old Colwyn LL29 9RU | - not rated | 1,257 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Elian Windsor Drive , Colwyn Bay LL29 8HU | - not rated | 1,507 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eirias High School Eirias Road , LL29 7SP | - not rated | 2,290 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poppys Cafe | 6 Cefn Road | 999 yd | |
| Gillians Kitchen | 352 Abergele Road | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bubble Catering at Old Colwyn Golf Club | Woodland Avenue | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alex's Fish Bar | 441 Abergele Road | 908 yd | |
| Ali's Fish & Chips Kebab Pizza & Burger | 399 Abergele Road | 925 yd | |
| Cadwgan Bakery | 364 Abergele Road | 930 yd | |
| Ken's Kitchen | 384/386 Abergele Road | 934 yd | |
| Eirias Events Centre Kiosk | Eirias Events Centre, Abergele Road | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Supermarket, 394 Abergele Road | 930 yd | |
| Co Op | 19 Cefn Road | 1,005 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.