Bishopswood is in Brackla, Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF31 2LY is located in the Brackla East Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bishopswood, Brackla, Bridgend, CF31 2LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 2LZ, CF31 2LT, CF31 2LX, CF31 2JJ, CF31 2LW, CF31 2LU, CF31 2JH, CF31 2JQ, CF31 2JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF31 2LY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57% | 52.4% | -4.6% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 43% | 47.6% | 4.6% | 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 | 32.5% | 34.3% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.5% | 41.3% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 14.6% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 8.5% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 45.5% | 37.4% | -8.1% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 37.4% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 21.5% | 8.4% | 12.7% | 8.8% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.7% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 22% | 16.4% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 9.8% | -9.7% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 15% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.1% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 18.2% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 30.8% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.3% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 89.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.9% | 89.5% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 5.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 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 | 93% | 90.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 2% | -2.1% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.1% | 37.2% | 15.9% |
| Christian | 40% | 46.2% | -6.2% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bishopswood was 29.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% lower than the Brackla East Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bishopswood has the 6th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Brackla East Central and the 129th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Bishopswood, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2025-04-25 | £172,986 |
| 74 Bishopswood, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2025-03-18 | £157,084 |
| 68 Bishopswood, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-07-22 | £131,685 |
| 69 Bishopswood, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-06-21 | £169,186 |
| 77 Bishopswood, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2023-08-11 | £178,366 |
CF31 2LY 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 597 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School Oak Tree Way , Brackla CF31 2DN | - not rated | 612 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Ogwr Princess Way , Brackla CF31 2LN | - not rated | 1,462 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coychurch (Llangrallo) Primary School Main Road , Coychurch CF35 5HN | - not rated | 1,783 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 1,794 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 | 426 yd | |
| Brackla Tabernacle | Brackla Tabanacle Church & Conference Centre Whitethorn Drive, Brackla | 649 yd | |
| The Munch Box | Unit D17 Western Avenue, Bridgend Industrial Estate | 786 yd | |
| The Two Brewers | Two Brewers Whitethorn Drive, Brackla | 843 yd | |
| The Haywain | The Haywain Coychurch Road | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Lodge | Hunters Lodge Church Acre, Brackla | 634 yd | |
| The Cherry Laurel | The Cherry Laurel, Bridgend Industrial Estate | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Food Direct | Unit 6 Coity Crescent, Bridgend Industrial Estate | 814 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | Unit B2 Canolfan, Brackla | 837 yd | |
| Greggs | 1 Canolfan, Brackla | 841 yd | |
| Godfrey Takeaway | 3 Canolfan, Brackla | 846 yd | |
| LLew's Takeaway | 7 Canolfan, Brackla | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food, 10 Canolfan, Brackla | 855 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 | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| 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 | 64.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.