Voryn Avenue is in Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay and in Conwy district. LL29 9BD 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 Voryn Avenue, Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay, LL29 9BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL29 9AU, LL29 9BL, LL29 9BH, LL29 9BT, LL29 9BN, LL29 9BB, LL29 9AN, LL29 9AY, LL29 9AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL29 9BD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 49.6% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.3% | 50.4% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 9BD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50% 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 | 46.5% | 50% | 3.5% | 37.9% | 12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.2% | 34.6% | 2.4% | 44.2% | -9.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 10.6% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 2.8% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 | 43.6% | 39.7% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 37.6% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 13.8% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 7.6% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.9% | 23.7% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 12% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 19.5% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7.5% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 19.5% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 15.8% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -18.0% |
| Other | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.7% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 98.9% | 96.2% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 96.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.6% | 76.7% | -19.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 40.1% | 13.5% | 26.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.7% | 37.2% | 24.5% |
| Christian | 27.8% | 46.2% | -18.4% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Voryn Avenue was 157.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.9% higher than the Colwyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Voryn Avenue has the 4th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Colwyn and the 69th highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 93.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Voryn Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-08-09 | £170,171 |
| 63 Voryn Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-11-01 | £105,106 |
| 55 Voryn Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £129,250 | 2022-06-01 | £130,033 |
| 45 Voryn Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-02-17 | £157,098 |
| 41 Voryn Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2016-02-18 | £131,942 |
The percentage of student residents living in LL29 9BD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 175 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Conwy Education Centre Penrhos Avenue , LL29 9HW | - not rated | 474 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Old Colwyn Junior C.P. School Church Walks , Old Colwyn LL29 9RU | - not rated | 1,169 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Elian Windsor Drive , Colwyn Bay LL29 8HU | - not rated | 1,463 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eirias High School Eirias Road , LL29 7SP | - not rated | 2,180 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 | 910 yd | |
| Gillians Kitchen | 352 Abergele Road | 956 yd | |
| Colwyn Spice Hut | 361 Abergele Road | 1,017 yd | |
| Church and Cafe in the Park | The Church In The Park, Berthes Road | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bubble Catering at Old Colwyn Golf Club | Woodland Avenue | 903 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 383 Abergele Road | 1,017 yd | |
| Red Lion Hotel | 385 Abergele Road | 1,024 yd | |
| The Crafty Fox | 355-359 Abergele Road | 1,047 yd | |
| The Plough | 282 Abergele Road | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alex's Fish Bar | 441 Abergele Road | 831 yd | |
| Ali's Fish & Chips Kebab Pizza & Burger | 399 Abergele Road | 848 yd | |
| Cadwgan Bakery | 364 Abergele Road | 858 yd | |
| Ken's Kitchen | 384/386 Abergele Road | 862 yd | |
| Eirias Events Centre Kiosk | Eirias Events Centre, Abergele Road | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Supermarket, 394 Abergele Road | 858 yd | |
| Co Op | 19 Cefn Road | 917 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| 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 | 29.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 81.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.