Ger Y Bont is in Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF31 1HZ is located in the Coity Higher electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 2007-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ger Y Bont, Bridgend, CF31 1HZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 1LN, CF31 1LW, CF31 1NG, CF31 1ND, CF31 1HL, CF31 1NP, CF31 1LU, CF31 1LB, CF31 1LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF31 1HZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 51.2% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 46.2% | 48.8% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 23% | 27.9% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.4% | 49.8% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 11.7% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 15.7% | 7.3% | -8.4% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.7% | 41% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 29% | 35.3% | 6.3% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 16.6% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 4.7% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 33.6% | 22.7% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 16.2% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.9% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 18.2% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 27.5% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.6% | 4.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 2.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93.2% | 92.1% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 94.3% | 92.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 4.4% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 92.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.8% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 1.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ger Y Bont was 63.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.2% lower than the Brackla East and Coychurch Lower average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Ger Y Bont has the 17th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Brackla East and Coychurch Lower and the 199th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 31.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Ger Y Bont, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £295,995 | 2018-11-16 | £443,595 |
| 1 Ger Y Bont, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, a newly built property | £195,000 | 2005-03-11 | £433,118 |
CF31 1HZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 CF31 1HZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Ogwr Princess Way , Brackla CF31 2LN | - not rated | 738 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 800 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Llangewydd Road , CF31 4JW | - not rated | 1,077 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Castell Bryncethin Campus , Spout Hill CF32 9NA | - not rated | 1,121 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Glas Infant School St Winifred's Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4PL | - not rated | 1,184 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee and Amigo Shop to Go | Princess Of Wales Hospital Coity Road | 438 yd | |
| Princess of Wales Hospital Catering | Princess Of Wales Hospital Coity Road | 438 yd | |
| Coffee @ 12 | 12 Derwen Road | 826 yd | |
| Bridgend Oriental | 6A Derwen Road | 844 yd | |
| Eden Wine Bar/Grill | 33 Market Street | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwrsa Club | Great Western Railway Club Staff Association Sports & Social Club Coity Road | 587 yd | |
| Tair Pluen | Tair Pluen Quarella Road | 590 yd | |
| Coity Castle Inn | Coity Castle Inn, 2 - 4 Morfa Street | 748 yd | |
| Riverside Tavern | The Riverside Tavern Brewery Lane | 823 yd | |
| Luna Live Lounge | Lava Nightclub Derwen Road | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cavalli Fish Shop | Cavalli's Fish & Chips, 63B Coity Road | 364 yd | |
| The Chipyard Bridgend Ltd | Unit 2a Quarella Road | 842 yd | |
| Good Choice Cuisine | 49 Wyndham Street | 842 yd | |
| USA Fried Chicken | 39 Wyndham Street | 857 yd | |
| Bridgend Balti | 27 Market Street | 881 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Brewery Lane | 793 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 1, 21 Market Street | 952 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.