Bodelwyddan Avenue is in Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay and in Colwyn district. LL29 9NP 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 Bodelwyddan Avenue, Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay, LL29 9NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL29 9PB, LL29 9NL, LL29 9NR, LL29 9NW, LL29 9NN, LL29 9NS, LL29 9PA, LL29 9NG, LL29 9NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL29 9NP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 50.9% | 48.9% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 49.1% | 51.1% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 20.2% | 28.5% | 8.3% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 48% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 12.5% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 7% | -6.4% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 48.8% | 52.6% | 3.8% | 48.4% | 4.2% |
| Good health | 28% | 35.5% | 7.5% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 16% | 6.7% | -9.3% | 12.7% | -6.0% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 4% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 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.
In the area around LL29 9NP this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 9.5% | -12.6% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 5.5% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 13% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 1.6% | -3.0% | 5.3% | -3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 20.6% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.1% | 45.8% | 13.7% | 33.8% | 12.0% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 97% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 96.7% | 94.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.6% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bodelwyddan Avenue was 176.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.8% higher than the Colwyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bodelwyddan Avenue has the 3rd highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Colwyn and the 61st highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Bodelwyddan Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-07-26 | £249,749 |
| 39 Bodelwyddan Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-03-12 | £314,745 |
| 41 Bodelwyddan Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-01-19 | £213,432 |
| 18 Bodelwyddan Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2023-08-11 | £477,170 |
| 33 Bodelwyddan Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2022-10-27 | £408,683 |
LL29 9NP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LL29 9NP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Colwyn Junior C.P. School Church Walks , Old Colwyn LL29 9RU | - not rated | 630 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Elian Windsor Drive , Colwyn Bay LL29 8HU | - not rated | 684 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol T. Gwynn Jones Llanelian Road , Old Colwyn LL29 9AU | - not rated | 927 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Conwy Education Centre Penrhos Avenue , LL29 9HW | - not rated | 1,099 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Eirias High School Eirias Road , LL29 7SP | - not rated | 1,668 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gillians Kitchen | 352 Abergele Road | 433 yd | |
| Poppys Cafe | 6 Cefn Road | 465 yd | |
| Colwyn Spice Hut | 361 Abergele Road | 550 yd | |
| Church and Cafe in the Park | The Church In The Park, Berthes Road | 654 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bubble Catering at Old Colwyn Golf Club | Woodland Avenue | 112 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 383 Abergele Road | 550 yd | |
| Red Lion Hotel | 385 Abergele Road | 557 yd | |
| The Crafty Fox | 355-359 Abergele Road | 587 yd | |
| The Plough | 282 Abergele Road | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadwgan Bakery | 364 Abergele Road | 341 yd | |
| Ken's Kitchen | 384/386 Abergele Road | 343 yd | |
| Alex's Fish Bar | 441 Abergele Road | 355 yd | |
| Ali's Fish & Chips Kebab Pizza & Burger | 399 Abergele Road | 368 yd | |
| The Village Hub & Deli | 3 Cefn Road | 463 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Supermarket, 394 Abergele Road | 341 yd | |
| Co Op | 19 Cefn Road | 463 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 | 7.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 7.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 7.4% |
| 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 | 74.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.