Tairfelin is in Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF31 1SL 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 Tairfelin, Bridgend, CF31 1SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 1SN, CF31 1SJ, CF31 1SH, CF31 1SW, CF31 1RY, CF31 4LL, CF31 1RL, CF31 1RJ, CF31 1RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF31 1SL 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 | 53.6% | 51.2% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48.8% | 2.4% | 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 | 23.5% | 33.7% | 10.2% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 46.1% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 11.1% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 14.8% | 7.4% | -7.4% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 40.5% | 38.2% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 36% | 37.3% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 16.7% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 5.2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.3% | 21.8% | -12.5% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 14.3% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 15.5% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7.6% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 14.3% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 22.7% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 7.4% | 3.8% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.6% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 95.5% | 92.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 5.8% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 92.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.2% | 76.7% | -21.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 8.2% | 1.3% | 6.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 35.7% | 13.5% | 22.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tairfelin was 211.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.7% higher than the Bridgend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tairfelin has the 11th highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Bridgend Central and the 36th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 113.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87 Tairfelin, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2025-09-23 | £110,000 |
| 100 Tairfelin, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2025-04-11 | £133,843 |
| 87 Tairfelin, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £109,500 | 2023-08-18 | £124,402 |
| 99 Tairfelin, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-11-11 | £106,926 |
| 101 Tairfelin, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2019-06-14 | £127,235 |
CF31 1SL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 1SL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryntirion Comprehensive School Merlin Crescent , Cefn Glas CF31 4QR | - not rated | 689 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Glas Infant School St Winifred's Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4PL | - not rated | 925 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyfai C.I.W. Primary Heol Eglwys , Penyfai CF31 4LX | - not rated | 959 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Castell Bryncethin Campus , Spout Hill CF32 9NA | - not rated | 1,188 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Llangewydd Road , CF31 4JW | - not rated | 1,418 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glanrhyd Coffee Shop | Glanrhyd Hospital Bridgend Road, Pen-y-fai | 695 yd | |
| Caswell Clinic | Glanrhyd Hospital Bridgend Road, Pen-y-fai | 695 yd | |
| Snack Attack | 14A Longfellow Drive, Cefn Glas | 769 yd | |
| Red Dragon | Red Dragon Litchard Hill, Litchard | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tair Pluen | Tair Pluen Quarella Road | 1,085 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 27.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.