Hedgemoor is in Brackla, Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF31 2JQ is located in the Brackla East Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hedgemoor, Brackla, Bridgend, CF31 2JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 2JJ, CF31 2JH, CF31 2LZ, CF31 2PP, CF31 2JW, CF31 2NP, CF31 2LY, CF31 2JN, CF31 2LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF31 2JQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 50.9% | 49.6% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.4% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 42.2% | 40.4% | -1.8% | 37.9% | 2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 40.4% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.3% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 11.3% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 55.5% | 52.4% | -3.1% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 30.2% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 13.9% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
In the area around CF31 2JQ this area, 9.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.2% | 9.9% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 12.3% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 17% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.4% | 24.5% | 6.1% | 16.9% | 7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 29.2% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.4% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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 | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.8% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 93.6% | 93.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 4.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 93.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5.6% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hedgemoor was 24.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.8% lower than the Brackla East Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hedgemoor has the 5th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Brackla East Central and the 106th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Hedgemoor, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,950 | 2025-07-17 | £164,483 |
| 20 Hedgemoor, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-10-10 | £162,347 |
| 8 Hedgemoor, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2024-02-23 | £168,939 |
| 22 Hedgemoor, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2023-12-20 | £163,900 |
| 14 Hedgemoor, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2023-08-11 | £172,685 |
CF31 2JQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 743 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archdeacon John Lewis C.I.W. Primary School , Brackla Way CF31 2JS | - not rated | 749 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Ogwr Princess Way , Brackla CF31 2LN | - not rated | 1,620 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coychurch (Llangrallo) Primary School Main Road , Coychurch CF35 5HN | - not rated | 1,674 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 1,925 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawatdee Thai Kitchen | 240 Longacres | 373 yd | |
| The Munch Box | Unit D17 Western Avenue, Bridgend Industrial Estate | 667 yd | |
| Brackla Tabernacle | Brackla Tabanacle Church & Conference Centre Whitethorn Drive, Brackla | 772 yd | |
| Phil's News and Cafe | 1, Bank Buildings, Bridgend Industrial Estate | 876 yd | |
| The Two Brewers | Two Brewers Whitethorn Drive, Brackla | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Lodge | Hunters Lodge Church Acre, Brackla | 698 yd | |
| The Cherry Laurel | The Cherry Laurel, Bridgend Industrial Estate | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Food Direct | Unit 6 Coity Crescent, Bridgend Industrial Estate | 662 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | Unit B2 Canolfan, Brackla | 960 yd | |
| Greggs | 1 Canolfan, Brackla | 965 yd | |
| Godfrey Takeaway | 3 Canolfan, Brackla | 972 yd | |
| LLew's Takeaway | 7 Canolfan, Brackla | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food, 10 Canolfan, Brackla | 984 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 | 78.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.