Gwaun Coed is in Brackla, Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF31 2HS is located in the Brackla West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gwaun Coed, Brackla, Bridgend, CF31 2HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 1TY, CF31 2HD, CF31 1TS, CF31 2EU, CF31 2EY, CF31 2HY, CF31 2HZ, CF31 1TX, CF31 1TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF31 2HS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.4% | 50.5% | 3.1% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52.6% | 49.5% | -3.1% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF31 2HS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.2% | 24.7% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 51.3% | -7.5% | 44.2% | 7.1% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7% | 11.8% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 11.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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% | 33.8% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 39.6% | 8.1% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 18.8% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 4.4% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 | 24.1% | 21.2% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 6.8% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 17% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 14.8% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 27.3% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4.9% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 95.9% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.9% 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% | 95.9% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 95.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gwaun Coed was 42.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.1% higher than the Brackla East Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gwaun Coed has the 9th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Brackla East Central and the 203rd lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Gwaun Coed, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £289,950 | 2025-03-25 | £306,731 |
| 27 Gwaun Coed, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-10-19 | £273,722 |
| 12 Gwaun Coed, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-04-09 | £431,913 |
| 39 Gwaun Coed, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2019-08-21 | £251,774 |
| 25 Gwaun Coed, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2018-07-27 | £274,104 |
CF31 2HS 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 2HS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 129 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| 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 | 19 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 530 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School Oak Tree Way , Brackla CF31 2DN | - not rated | 727 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Ogwr Princess Way , Brackla CF31 2LN | - not rated | 800 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heronsbridge School Ewenny Road , CF31 3HT | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archdeacon John Lewis C.I.W. Primary School , Brackla Way CF31 2JS | - not rated | 1,274 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Bingo | Castle Leisure Ltd Tremains Road | 391 yd | |
| The Two Brewers | Two Brewers Whitethorn Drive, Brackla | 487 yd | |
| The Haywain | The Haywain Coychurch Road | 530 yd | |
| Asda Cafe | Asda Stores Limited Coychurch Road | 570 yd | |
| Soft Landings Play Zone | Euroschools, Ixus House Ogmore Terrace | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgend Deaf Sports And Social Club | Bridgend Deaf Association Coychurch Road | 440 yd | |
| Coity Castle Inn | Coity Castle Inn, 2 - 4 Morfa Street | 757 yd | |
| The Railway | The Railway Inn Derwen Road | 762 yd | |
| Luna Live Lounge | Lava Nightclub Derwen Road | 765 yd | |
| Nolton Corner | 4 Nolton Street | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 33 Tremains Road | 391 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit A Tremains Road | 453 yd | |
| LLew's Takeaway | 7 Canolfan, Brackla | 488 yd | |
| Godfrey Takeaway | 3 Canolfan, Brackla | 493 yd | |
| Greggs | 1 Canolfan, Brackla | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food, 10 Canolfan, Brackla | 492 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Asda Stores Limited Coychurch Road | 570 yd | |
| Aldi Bridgend | Aldi Cheapside | 644 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 13, Bridgend Shopping Centre Brackla Street | 715 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 1, 21 Market Street | 922 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.37 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.37 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.19 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.