Living in Conwy

Conwy is a county borough in north Wales, stretching from the Irish Sea coast inland to mountainous and rural areas. The landscape is varied, combining coastal towns, river valleys and upland countryside shaped by hills and open moorland. Its setting between the sea and the mountains has influenced settlement patterns and created a strong sense of place across the area.

The county includes towns such as Llandudno, Conwy, Colwyn Bay and Llanrwst, each serving different roles within the wider region. Llandudno developed as a seaside resort, while the town of Conwy is closely associated with its medieval walls and historic harbour. Inland settlements are more closely tied to farming and rural life, supporting smaller communities and traditional ways of living.

Conwy is strongly defined by its natural surroundings, with coastline, countryside and access to Snowdonia shaping everyday life and leisure. Walking, coastal activities and outdoor pursuits are widely enjoyed, supported by well known paths and open landscapes. Overall, Conwy offers a calm and balanced mix of coastal influence, historic towns and rural setting, giving it a distinctive and settled character within north Wales.

Largest Towns in Conwy 12

St. Asaph, Rhyl
40.5K
Colwyn Bay
34.6K
Llandudno
22K
Abergele
17.9K
Denbigh
15.9K
Conwy, Llandudno Junction
9.3K
Conwy
6.5K
Corwen
6.4K
St. Asaph
5.4K
Llanrwst
4.5K
Penmaenmawr
4.3K
Llanfairfechan
3.9K

Location

Elevation & Terrain

Lowest point Deganwy — 0 ft (0 m)
Highest point Bylchau — 1,240 ft (378 m)
Average across towns 423 ft (129 m)
Elevation range 1,240 ft (378 m)

Conwy stretches from 0 ft at Deganwy up to 1,240 ft at Bylchau, a span of 1,240 ft across 121 towns and villages. This reflects dramatic upland terrain, with a substantial climb from the lowest to the highest places.

Places in Conwy 121

A B C D E G H K L M N O P R S T Y

Postcode Areas in Conwy 1

Conwy is served by 1 postcode area. Each area contains multiple postcode districts covering different parts of the county.

Neighbouring Counties 6