Meadow Walk is in Brackla, Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF31 2EW is located in the Brackla West Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Walk, Brackla, Bridgend, CF31 2EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 2EX, CF31 2EY, CF31 2EU, CF31 2PA, CF31 2HD, CF31 2HJ, CF31 2HA, CF31 2HB, CF31 2PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF31 2EW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 49.3% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 51.4% | 50.7% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 31.7% | 29.7% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 50.4% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 6.5% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 11% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 | 52.6% | 47% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 37.1% | 9.0% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 9.9% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.6% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 18.7% | 19.8% | 1.1% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 8.5% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 14.5% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 8.5% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 17.3% | 2.0% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 29% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -4.8% |
| Other | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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 | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.3% | 93.7% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 97.3% | 93.4% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 93.7% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Walk was 30.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.9% lower than the Brackla East Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meadow Walk has the 7th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Brackla East Central and the 133rd lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Meadow Walk, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2025-04-30 | £157,449 |
| 8 Meadow Walk, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-04-08 | £149,232 |
| 3 Meadow Walk, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2020-12-01 | £167,422 |
| 20 Meadow Walk, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2020-10-16 | £231,154 |
| 21 Meadow Walk, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2019-11-25 | £227,481 |
| Full-Time Employee | 103 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Ogwr Princess Way , Brackla CF31 2LN | - not rated | 435 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 517 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School Oak Tree Way , Brackla CF31 2DN | - not rated | 708 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archdeacon John Lewis C.I.W. Primary School , Brackla Way CF31 2JS | - not rated | 1,086 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heronsbridge School Ewenny Road , CF31 3HT | - not rated | 1,400 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Two Brewers | Two Brewers Whitethorn Drive, Brackla | 548 yd | |
| Soft Landings Play Zone | Euroschools, Ixus House Ogmore Terrace | 680 yd | |
| Brackla Tabernacle | Brackla Tabanacle Church & Conference Centre Whitethorn Drive, Brackla | 693 yd | |
| Castle Bingo | Castle Leisure Ltd Tremains Road | 707 yd | |
| The Haywain | The Haywain Coychurch Road | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coity Castle Inn | Coity Castle Inn, 2 - 4 Morfa Street | 748 yd | |
| Bridgend Deaf Sports And Social Club | Bridgend Deaf Association Coychurch Road | 752 yd | |
| Gwrsa Club | Great Western Railway Club Staff Association Sports & Social Club Coity Road | 796 yd | |
| Luna Live Lounge | Lava Nightclub Derwen Road | 805 yd | |
| The Railway | The Railway Inn Derwen Road | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLew's Takeaway | 7 Canolfan, Brackla | 480 yd | |
| Godfrey Takeaway | 3 Canolfan, Brackla | 503 yd | |
| Greggs | 1 Canolfan, Brackla | 514 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | Unit B2 Canolfan, Brackla | 524 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit A Tremains Road | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food, 10 Canolfan, Brackla | 482 yd | |
| Aldi Bridgend | Aldi Cheapside | 857 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Asda Stores Limited Coychurch Road | 860 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 13, Bridgend Shopping Centre Brackla Street | 967 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 1, 21 Market Street | 990 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 78.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.