Hunters Ridge is in Brackla, Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF31 2LJ is located in the Brackla East Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1983-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hunters Ridge, Brackla, Bridgend, CF31 2LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 2LH, CF31 2BJ, CF31 2BH, CF31 2LB, CF31 2JF, CF31 2JG, CF31 2NX, CF31 2ND, CF31 2NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF31 2LJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.5% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.5% | 0.9% | 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 area around CF31 2LJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.2% | 42.7% | 7.5% | 37.9% | 4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 33.7% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 15.3% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 44.7% | 40.3% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 40.3% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 14.8% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.1% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 19% | 16.4% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 11% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.9% | 17.4% | -6.5% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 20.7% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 27.8% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.7% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.2% | 97.8% | 2.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 93.3% | 96.2% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 95.6% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.6% | 37.2% | 21.4% |
| Christian | 34.2% | 46.2% | -12.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hunters Ridge was 48.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.3% lower than the Brackla East and Coychurch Lower average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Hunters Ridge has the 20th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Brackla East and Coychurch Lower and the 233rd lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91 Hunters Ridge, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-05-10 | £273,936 |
| 60 Hunters Ridge, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-02-29 | £194,502 |
| 84A Hunters Ridge, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £221,000 | 2023-07-07 | £250,393 |
| 78 Hunters Ridge, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-07-22 | £237,218 |
| 79 Hunters Ridge, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,995 | 2021-06-29 | £228,626 |
CF31 2LJ 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 | 122 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archdeacon John Lewis C.I.W. Primary School , Brackla Way CF31 2JS | - not rated | 190 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School Oak Tree Way , Brackla CF31 2DN | - not rated | 759 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Ogwr Princess Way , Brackla CF31 2LN | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coity Primary School Ffordd yr Hebog , Parc Derwen CF35 6DH | - not rated | 1,336 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 1,782 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 4 | Unit 5, Caitlyn's Business Park Heol Ffaldau, Brackla Industrial Estate | 763 yd | |
| Brackla Tabernacle | Brackla Tabanacle Church & Conference Centre Whitethorn Drive, Brackla | 821 yd | |
| Sawatdee Thai Kitchen | 240 Longacres | 948 yd | |
| The Two Brewers | Two Brewers Whitethorn Drive, Brackla | 996 yd | |
| Atlantic Plastics Ltd | Talis Uk Coytrahen Close, Brackla Industrial Estate | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Lodge | Hunters Lodge Church Acre, Brackla | 326 yd | |
| Brackla Snooker Club | Unit 18 Coytrahen Close, Brackla Industrial Estate | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLew's Takeaway | 7 Canolfan, Brackla | 955 yd | |
| Godfrey Takeaway | 3 Canolfan, Brackla | 958 yd | |
| Greggs | 1 Canolfan, Brackla | 961 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | Unit B2 Canolfan, Brackla | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food, 10 Canolfan, Brackla | 951 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 | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| 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 | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.96 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.