Abergele Road is in Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay and in Conwy district. LL29 9LD 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 Abergele Road, Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay, LL29 9LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL29 9LB, LL29 9LJ, LL29 9HY, LL29 9LA, LL29 9HR, LL29 9LQ, LL29 9HU, LL29 8BL, LL29 9HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LL29 9LD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 51.5% | -2.7% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 45.8% | 48.5% | 2.7% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 28.5% | 36.4% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 39.7% | -12.2% | 44.2% | -4.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 12.8% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 5.7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 47.4% | 43% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 32.5% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 16.5% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 32.3% | 18.8% | -13.5% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 8.5% | -9.0% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.9% | 19.1% | 10.2% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 5.6% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 10.9% | -0.4% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 34.9% | 8.8% | 33.8% | 1.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 94.9% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 93.4% 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% | 93.4% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 92.8% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Turkey | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Abergele Road was 122.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.6% higher than the Colwyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Abergele Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Colwyn and the 97th highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 538 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £181,550 | 2025-08-08 | £178,503 |
| 538 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £149,500 | 2022-10-27 | £148,014 |
| 522 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £140,500 | 2021-10-04 | £149,387 |
| 514 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2020-02-03 | £400,331 |
| 516 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2019-04-08 | £191,611 |
LL29 9LD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conwy Education Centre Penrhos Avenue , LL29 9HW | - not rated | 194 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol T. Gwynn Jones Llanelian Road , Old Colwyn LL29 9AU | - not rated | 378 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Old Colwyn Junior C.P. School Church Walks , Old Colwyn LL29 9RU | - not rated | 1,697 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Elian Windsor Drive , Colwyn Bay LL29 8HU | - not rated | 1,938 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Cynfran Dolwen Road , Llysfaen LL29 8SS | - not rated | 1,992 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| 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 | 71.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.94 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.94 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.