Cae Bracla is in Brackla, Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF31 2HE is located in the Brackla West Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cae Bracla, Brackla, Bridgend, CF31 2HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 2HL, CF31 2HX, CF31 2HH, CF31 2HG, CF31 2HJ, CF31 2HF, CF31 2AT, CF31 2HT, CF31 2PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF31 2HE is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population 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 | 48.5% | 46.6% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 51.5% | 53.4% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 | 28.6% | 34.6% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.1% | 47.9% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 10% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 | 53.6% | 46.2% | -7.4% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 37.2% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 11.4% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 3.8% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 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 | 16% | 16.7% | 0.7% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 6.3% | -9.7% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 17.5% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 23.8% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 26.7% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
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 | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 93.8% | 92.1% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 93.5% | 90.3% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 6.2% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 90% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.9% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0.3% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.8% | 37.2% | 12.6% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cae Bracla was 36.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.1% higher than the Brackla East Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cae Bracla has the 11th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Brackla East Central and the 170th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Cae Bracla, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £164,500 | 2024-07-18 | £180,518 |
| 59 Cae Bracla, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2024-01-30 | £195,760 |
| 61 Cae Bracla, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2023-07-28 | £188,965 |
| 65 Cae Bracla, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2022-04-08 | £199,374 |
| 1 Cae Bracla, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-10-08 | £231,972 |
CF31 2HE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School Oak Tree Way , Brackla CF31 2DN | - not rated | 425 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Ogwr Princess Way , Brackla CF31 2LN | - not rated | 530 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archdeacon John Lewis C.I.W. Primary School , Brackla Way CF31 2JS | - not rated | 667 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 936 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heronsbridge School Ewenny Road , CF31 3HT | - not rated | 1,677 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 | 430 yd | |
| Brackla Tabernacle | Brackla Tabanacle Church & Conference Centre Whitethorn Drive, Brackla | 447 yd | |
| The Haywain | The Haywain Coychurch Road | 733 yd | |
| Cafe 4 | Unit 5, Caitlyn's Business Park Heol Ffaldau, Brackla Industrial Estate | 879 yd | |
| Atlantic Plastics Ltd | Talis Uk Coytrahen Close, Brackla Industrial Estate | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgend Deaf Sports And Social Club | Bridgend Deaf Association Coychurch Road | 846 yd | |
| Brackla Snooker Club | Unit 18 Coytrahen Close, Brackla Industrial Estate | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLew's Takeaway | 7 Canolfan, Brackla | 331 yd | |
| Godfrey Takeaway | 3 Canolfan, Brackla | 356 yd | |
| Greggs | 1 Canolfan, Brackla | 369 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | Unit B2 Canolfan, Brackla | 383 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 33 Tremains Road | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food, 10 Canolfan, Brackla | 329 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.