Albert Road is in Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay and in Colwyn district. LL29 9TE 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 Albert Road, Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay, LL29 9TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL29 9TH, LL29 9SW, LL29 9SS, LL29 9SR, LL29 9TF, LL29 9SP, LL29 9SN, LL29 9TG, LL29 9SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL29 9TE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 47.9% | 49.5% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 52.1% | 50.5% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 27.7% | 37.6% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.1% | 33.8% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -10.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 23.9% | 15.4% | -8.5% | 9.1% | 6.3% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 10.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.7% | 42.8% | 8.1% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 28.1% | -7.3% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 19.4% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 9% | 7.6% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 21.4% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 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 | 17.6% | 10.7% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 19.2% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 27.8% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 7.1% | 1.7% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.1% | 94.6% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 95.5% | 93.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 93.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.7% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.1% | 37.2% | 9.9% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albert Road was 200.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 106.9% higher than the Eirias average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Albert Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Eirias and the 46th highest crime rate of 383 local areas in Conwy .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 124.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 21.2%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8B Albert Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2025-07-30 | £57,152 |
| 5 Albert Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-11-22 | £177,495 |
| 19 Albert Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2024-03-01 | £201,031 |
| Flat 6A 6 Albert Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2023-12-15 | £80,969 |
| 7 Albert Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £196,500 | 2023-11-01 | £197,292 |
LL29 9TE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LL29 9TE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 241 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Elian Windsor Drive , Colwyn Bay LL29 8HU | - not rated | 687 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eirias High School Eirias Road , LL29 7SP | - not rated | 921 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bod Alaw Abergele Road , LL29 7ST | - not rated | 1,087 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol T. Gwynn Jones Llanelian Road , Old Colwyn LL29 9AU | - not rated | 1,424 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church and Cafe in the Park | The Church In The Park, Berthes Road | 212 yd | |
| Colwyn Spice Hut | 361 Abergele Road | 302 yd | |
| North Wales Police Headquarters Canteen | Glan Y Don, Abergele Road | 331 yd | |
| Poppys Cafe | 6 Cefn Road | 408 yd | |
| Gillians Kitchen | 352 Abergele Road | 417 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cuckoo | 327-329 Abergele Road | 85 yd | |
| The Plough | 282 Abergele Road | 235 yd | |
| The Crafty Fox | 355-359 Abergele Road | 264 yd | |
| Red Lion Hotel | 385 Abergele Road | 295 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 383 Abergele Road | 302 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wo Foong | 242 Abergele Road | 173 yd | |
| The Pop Up Bar Company North Wales | 51 Min Y Don Avenue | 189 yd | |
| Jackies | 349 Abergele Road | 202 yd | |
| Eirias Events Centre Kiosk | Eirias Events Centre, Abergele Road | 390 yd | |
| The Village Hub & Deli | 3 Cefn Road | 406 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | 19 Cefn Road | 406 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Supermarket, 394 Abergele Road | 525 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.