Brook Street is in Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF31 1HG is located in the Bridgend Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brook Street, Bridgend, CF31 1HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 1LS, CF31 1HF, CF31 1GW, CF31 1LR, CF31 1HJ, CF31 1HH, CF31 1HB, CF31 1HD, CF31 1LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF31 1HG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF31 1HG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.8% | 44.6% | 8.8% | 37.9% | 6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 30.3% | -5.1% | 44.2% | -13.9% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 15.1% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 6.0% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 7.2% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45% | 46.6% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 31.2% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 15.1% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.8% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 25% | 18.1% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 9.4% | -8.5% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 18.1% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 16.1% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 27.2% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 10% | 5.5% | -4.5% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Chinese | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 6.2% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 4.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.9% | 85.6% | -8.3% | 81.4% | 4.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 82.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 82.9% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 5.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 10.6% | 6.0% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.3% | 83.8% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 0.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 8.3% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 4.1% | 1.2% | 1.9% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.8% | 37.2% | 11.6% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brook Street was 326.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.4% higher than the Bridgend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brook Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Bridgend Central and the 19th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 190.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 98.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Brook Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £104,850 | 2024-10-24 | £109,820 |
| 14 Brook Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-10-18 | £169,793 |
| 23 Brook Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2022-10-07 | £165,548 |
| 13 Brook Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2022-08-05 | £145,847 |
| 22 Brook Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-05-14 | £166,489 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 351 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Llangewydd Road , CF31 4JW | - not rated | 761 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Ogwr Princess Way , Brackla CF31 2LN | - not rated | 768 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Castell Bryncethin Campus , Spout Hill CF32 9NA | - not rated | 949 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Glas Infant School St Winifred's Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4PL | - not rated | 1,164 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee @ 12 | 12 Derwen Road | 325 yd | |
| Bridgend Oriental | 6A Derwen Road | 343 yd | |
| Eden Wine Bar/Grill | 33 Market Street | 359 yd | |
| Beat Bakehouse | 1A Station Hill | 370 yd | |
| Three Bro's Burgers | 31 Wyndham Street | 384 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwrsa Club | Great Western Railway Club Staff Association Sports & Social Club Coity Road | 100 yd | |
| Coity Castle Inn | Coity Castle Inn, 2 - 4 Morfa Street | 245 yd | |
| Luna Live Lounge | Lava Nightclub Derwen Road | 349 yd | |
| The Railway | The Railway Inn Derwen Road | 359 yd | |
| The Roof | First Floor And Second Floor, 11 Market Street | 384 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cavalli Fish Shop | Cavalli's Fish & Chips, 63B Coity Road | 181 yd | |
| Good Choice Cuisine | 49 Wyndham Street | 343 yd | |
| USA Fried Chicken | 39 Wyndham Street | 358 yd | |
| The Chipyard Bridgend Ltd | Unit 2a Quarella Road | 360 yd | |
| Bridgend Balti | 27 Market Street | 394 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Brewery Lane | 405 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 1, 21 Market Street | 475 yd | |
| Aldi Bridgend | Aldi Cheapside | 715 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 13, Bridgend Shopping Centre Brackla Street | 853 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Asda Stores Limited Coychurch Road | 885 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 77.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 105.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.