Highfields is in Brackla, Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF31 2PE is located in the Brackla West Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Highfields, Brackla, Bridgend, CF31 2PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 2PB, CF31 2PA, CF31 2PD, CF31 2LG, CF31 2HL, CF31 2HJ, CF31 2ET, CF31 2EW, CF31 2LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF31 2PE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 46.7% | 48.2% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 53.3% | 51.8% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 34.4% | 34.5% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 49.8% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 8.4% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 47% | 45% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 34% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 14.9% | 6.3% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 15.2% | 11.7% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 9.3% | -8.5% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 14.5% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.3% | 6% | -3.3% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 23.8% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 31.5% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97% | 97.4% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 91.9% 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% | 91.9% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 5.2% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 91.9% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 5.5% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Highfields was 34.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.7% lower than the Brackla East Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Highfields has the 9th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Brackla East Central and the 154th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 170 Highfields, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-04-23 | £233,065 |
| 133 Highfields, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-11-15 | £349,430 |
| 137 Highfields, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-04-12 | £248,707 |
| 155 Highfields, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-07-28 | £226,600 |
| 145 Highfields, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2023-07-07 | £218,669 |
CF31 2PE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Ogwr Princess Way , Brackla CF31 2LN | - not rated | 212 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School Oak Tree Way , Brackla CF31 2DN | - not rated | 737 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 754 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archdeacon John Lewis C.I.W. Primary School , Brackla Way CF31 2JS | - not rated | 904 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Llangewydd Road , CF31 4JW | - not rated | 1,624 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 | 679 yd | |
| Brackla Tabernacle | Brackla Tabanacle Church & Conference Centre Whitethorn Drive, Brackla | 749 yd | |
| Atlantic Plastics Ltd | Talis Uk Coytrahen Close, Brackla Industrial Estate | 768 yd | |
| Cafe 4 | Unit 5, Caitlyn's Business Park Heol Ffaldau, Brackla Industrial Estate | 891 yd | |
| Costa Coffee and Amigo Shop to Go | Princess Of Wales Hospital Coity Road | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brackla Snooker Club | Unit 18 Coytrahen Close, Brackla Industrial Estate | 768 yd | |
| Gwrsa Club | Great Western Railway Club Staff Association Sports & Social Club Coity Road | 952 yd | |
| Coity Castle Inn | Coity Castle Inn, 2 - 4 Morfa Street | 955 yd | |
| Bridgend Deaf Sports And Social Club | Bridgend Deaf Association Coychurch Road | 1,006 yd | |
| Luna Live Lounge | Lava Nightclub Derwen Road | 1,034 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLew's Takeaway | 7 Canolfan, Brackla | 583 yd | |
| Godfrey Takeaway | 3 Canolfan, Brackla | 610 yd | |
| Greggs | 1 Canolfan, Brackla | 624 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | Unit B2 Canolfan, Brackla | 638 yd | |
| Yummies | B, Unit 1 Garth Drive, Brackla Industrial Estate | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food, 10 Canolfan, Brackla | 583 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 | 42.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.