Postcode Analysis Conwy, Wales

GWELFOR, LL28 4AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GWELFOR, LL28 4AJ.

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Population

271

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 34,400 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LL28 4AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

With 43% social renting, LL28 4AJ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 45-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LL28 4AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Gwelfor, 0.3km from Rhos-on-Sea in Colwyn Bay. Administratively it sits within Llandrillo-yn-Rhos ward and the Clwyd West constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LL28 4AJ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 25% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £146k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for LL28 4AJ are sourced from Output Area W00000833 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LL28 4AJ. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 146,975

2 sales · Mean £ 146,975

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around LL28 4AJ is moderate at 55 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences93
Anti-social behaviour66
Public order21
Shoplifting21
Criminal damage and arson14

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
  • Gym 130.4 km
  • Rhos Newsagents0.5 km
  • Rhos on Sea Country Market0.5 km
  • Rowlands Pharmacy0.5 km
  • + 25 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

10 nearby
  • Ashmount0.7 km
  • The Northwood0.4 km
  • Gwesty Mount Stewart Hotel0.5 km
  • Mount Stewart Hotel0.5 km
  • Plas Rhos House0.5 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Clwb Criced Bae Colwyn0.4 km
  • Hickory's Smokehouse0.2 km
  • Tapps at Rhos0.5 km
  • Elementary0.5 km
  • The Boathouse0.5 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • Fat Jacks0.5 km
  • The Bistro0.6 km
  • Waterfront0.5 km
  • Copper Kettle0.5 km
  • Fat Jacks0.5 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co Op0.6 km
  • Co Op0.6 km
  • Co Op0.5 km
  • Co Op0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Fortune House0.4 km
  • Vintage Kitchen0.5 km
  • Fortune House0.4 km
  • Top Wok0.5 km
  • Cheeky Pizza0.5 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Colwyn Bay2.0 km
  • Llandudno Junction4.9 km
  • Llandudno5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • High Lane0.1 km
  • High Lane0.1 km
  • Methodist Church0.2 km
  • Elwy Road Top0.2 km
  • Elwy Road0.2 km