Abergele Road is in Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay and in Colwyn district. LL29 9YH 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 Abergele Road, Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay, LL29 9YH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LL29 9TG, LL29 9YF, LL29 9TW, LL29 9TF, LL29 9TT, LL29 8BG, LL29 9TH, LL29 9TP, LL29 9TR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LL29 9YH 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 Abergele 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.
Abergele 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 238 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2025-08-21 | £204,018 |
| 246 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-02-04 | £207,706 |
| 252 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2023-03-31 | £130,380 |
| 246 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2019-08-02 | £163,816 |
| 248 Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy Terraced, an established residential building | £164,950 | 2010-11-26 | £251,208 |
LL29 9YH 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 9YH 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 | 253 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Elian Windsor Drive , Colwyn Bay LL29 8HU | - not rated | 578 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eirias High School Eirias Road , LL29 7SP | - not rated | 813 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bod Alaw Abergele Road , LL29 7ST | - not rated | 942 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol T. Gwynn Jones Llanelian Road , Old Colwyn LL29 9AU | - not rated | 1,546 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Wales Police Headquarters Canteen | Glan Y Don, Abergele Road | 241 yd | |
| Church and Cafe in the Park | The Church In The Park, Berthes Road | 325 yd | |
| Colwyn Spice Hut | 361 Abergele Road | 380 yd | |
| Gillians Kitchen | 352 Abergele Road | 477 yd | |
| Poppys Cafe | 6 Cefn Road | 493 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cuckoo | 327-329 Abergele Road | 175 yd | |
| The Plough | 282 Abergele Road | 304 yd | |
| The Crafty Fox | 355-359 Abergele Road | 345 yd | |
| Red Lion Hotel | 385 Abergele Road | 373 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 383 Abergele Road | 380 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wo Foong | 242 Abergele Road | 9 yd | |
| The Pop Up Bar Company North Wales | 51 Min Y Don Avenue | 257 yd | |
| Jackies | 349 Abergele Road | 292 yd | |
| The Village Hub & Deli | 3 Cefn Road | 488 yd | |
| Eirias Events Centre Kiosk | Eirias Events Centre, Abergele Road | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op | 19 Cefn Road | 488 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Supermarket, 394 Abergele Road | 591 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 | 66.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.