About Kinmel Bay/Bae Cinmel

Kinmel Bay, or Bae Cinmel in Welsh, is a coastal village located in Conwy County, Wales. It lies along the shores of the Irish Sea and is part of the larger community of Abergele. The area features a long stretch of sandy beach, which is popular for walks and various water activities. The promenade offers a pleasant space for visitors to enjoy views of the sea and the surrounding landscape. The village is well-served by local amenities, including shops and cafes, making it convenient for both residents and visitors. Kinmel Bay is also close to several attractions in the region, such as the nearby town of Abergele and the scenic countryside of North Wales. The postcode area for Kinmel Bay is LL18, which can be useful for navigation and planning your visit.

School Ratings in Kinmel Bay/Bae Cinmel

Families in Kinmel Bay/Bae Cinmel have access to 29 local schools.

House Prices in Kinmel Bay/Bae Cinmel

Homes sell for an average of £184K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £201K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Kinmel Bay/Bae Cinmel

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Kinmel Bay/Bae Cinmel, with 78 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Kinmel Bay/Bae Cinmel

Kinmel Bay/Bae Cinmel benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,306 sales

Average Price £184K
£500 — £10.02M
Detached £201K 2,747
Semi £153K 2,088
Terraced £128K 879
Flat £91K 237

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

Ysgol Maes Owen 0.4 miles Ysgol Y Foryd 0.4 miles Christchurch C.P. School 1.6 miles Denbighshire PRU's 1.7 miles Ysgol Emmanuel 1.7 miles Ysgol Tir Morfa 1.8 miles Christ the Word School 2 miles Rhyl High School 2.1 miles Ysgol Dewi Sant 2.2 miles Ysgol Llywelyn 2.3 miles Bryn Hedydd C.P. School 2.5 miles Ysgol Glan Gele 2.7 miles

Crime in Kinmel Bay/Bae Cinmel 532 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Kinmel Bay/Bae Cinmel are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

244 Violence & Sexual Offences
78 Anti-Social Behaviour
55 Shoplifting
45 Criminal Damage & Arson
33 Public Order
25 Other Theft
14 Drugs
9 Vehicle Crime
8 Bicycle Theft
8 Other Crime
7 Weapons
5 Burglary
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Rhyl Train Station 1.6 miles
Abergele And Pensarn Train Station 2.6 miles
Prestatyn Train Station 5.2 miles
Colwyn Bay Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Towyn 0.9 miles Ty-mawr 1.4 miles Rhyl 2 miles Pensarn 2.2 miles Belgrano 2.2 miles Rhuddlan 2.8 miles Pen-y-ffordd 2.8 miles Abergele 3.1 miles Pengwern 3.1 miles St George 3.2 miles Bodelwyddan 3.3 miles y-Ffrith 4.2 miles

Local Government

District Denbighshire
Ward Rhyl South West
Constituency Vale of Clwyd
Parish Rhyl

Notable & Famous People from Kinmel Bay/Bae Cinmel 1 people

Jimmy Sangster
Screenwriter
screenwriter (1927–2011)

Streets in LL18 30 shown View all streets

A525 2 Abbey Road 3 Abbey Street 5 Aber Clwyd 1 Abergele Road 7 Admiral's Walk 1 Albert Street 1 Alder Court 1 Aled Avenue 1 Alexander's Way 1 Allt y Graig 2 Aquarium Crescent 2 Aquarium Street 1 Arfon Grove 1 Argoed 1 Arran Drive 1 Artillery Row 1 Ascot Drive 2 Ash Court 1 Ash Grove 1 Aspen Grove 1 Aspen Walk 1 Avondale Drive 1 B5118 1 Balmoral Grove 1 Barrfield Close 1 Barry Road North 1 Barry Road South 1 Bath Street 3 Bedford Street 4

Postcodes in LL18 50 shown View all postcodes

LL18 1AA LL18 1AB LL18 1AE LL18 1AG LL18 1AH LL18 1AL LL18 1AN LL18 1AQ LL18 1AS LL18 1AT LL18 1AU LL18 1AW LL18 1AY LL18 1BA LL18 1BB LL18 1BD LL18 1BE LL18 1BF LL18 1BG LL18 1BN LL18 1BP LL18 1BS LL18 1BT LL18 1BU LL18 1BW LL18 1BX LL18 1BY LL18 1DA LL18 1DB LL18 1DD LL18 1DE LL18 1DF LL18 1DG LL18 1DH LL18 1DL LL18 1DN LL18 1DP LL18 1DR LL18 1DS LL18 1DW LL18 1DY LL18 1DZ LL18 1EA LL18 1EB LL18 1ED LL18 1EE LL18 1EG LL18 1EL LL18 1EN LL18 1ER