Dunraven Cottages is in Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF31 3BE is located in the Oldcastle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dunraven Cottages, Bridgend, CF31 3BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 3BT, CF31 3NH, CF31 3AB, CF31 3BP, CF31 3BS, CF31 3BU, CF31 3BN, CF31 3AE, CF31 3AF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF31 3BE is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population 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 | 41.3% | 46.6% | 5.3% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 58.7% | 53.4% | -5.3% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 3BE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.1% 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 | 48.3% | 46.1% | -2.2% | 37.9% | 8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.4% | 27% | 5.6% | 44.2% | -17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 5.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 3.2% |
| Divorced | 19.7% | 17.8% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 8.7% |
| Widowed | 5% | 2.9% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 | 49.4% | 43% | -6.4% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 36.2% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 10.4% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 9.7% | 5.6% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 21.8% | 19.4% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 9.1% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 16.1% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6.6% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 15.3% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 28.9% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 9.2% | 4.5% | -4.7% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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 | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.1% | 92.5% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 83.2% 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 | 85.1% | 83.2% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 0.0% |
| European Union | 8.2% | 12.2% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 0.4% | -2.9% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 3.6% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.4% | 82.9% | -1.5% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| 10+ Years | 4.8% | 8.2% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 4.6% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.3% | 3.2% | -3.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.6% | 76.7% | -5.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 7.2% | 1.3% | 5.9% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.6% | 37.2% | 22.4% |
| Christian | 35.7% | 46.2% | -10.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dunraven Cottages was 411.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 134.7% higher than the Bridgend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dunraven Cottages has the 3rd highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Bridgend Central and the 10th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 174.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% 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 Dunraven Cottages, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2021-03-22 | £223,011 |
| 2 Dunraven Cottages, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £128,500 | 2015-10-06 | £234,336 |
| 1 Dunraven Cottages, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,995 | 2006-08-11 | £219,635 |
| 3 Dunraven Cottages, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2006-07-12 | £224,323 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heronsbridge School Ewenny Road , CF31 3HT | - not rated | 669 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 683 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynteg Comprehensive School Ewenny Road , CF31 3ER | - not rated | 752 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Llangewydd Road , CF31 4JW | - not rated | 852 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Castell Bryncethin Campus , Spout Hill CF32 9NA | - not rated | 1,192 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 Ashoka Tandoori Restaurant | Ground Floor, 68 Nolton Street | 32 yd | |
| Salkaara | 72 Nolton Street | 46 yd | |
| Chicken Planet | 84 Nolton Street | 87 yd | |
| The Link Coffee House LTD | 77 Nolton Street | 130 yd | |
| Kaspas Desserts | Unit 5, Brackla Street Centre Brackla Street | 174 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Castle Inn | The Old Castle, 90 Nolton Street | 107 yd | |
| The Three Horseshoes | Three Horse Shoes Queen Street | 250 yd | |
| Nolton Corner | 4 Nolton Street | 253 yd | |
| Bridgend Athletic RFC | 12 Ewenny Road | 272 yd | |
| Cabo Roche | Cabo Roche Five Bells Road | 281 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| O My Cod | 66 Nolton Street | 28 yd | |
| Wai Chan | 52 Nolton Street | 33 yd | |
| Golden Bowl | 80 Nolton Street | 75 yd | |
| Raj Balti | 59 - 61 Nolton Street | 85 yd | |
| Olympic Fast Food | Ground Floor Front, 100 Nolton Street | 141 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Unit 13, Bridgend Shopping Centre Brackla Street | 132 yd | |
| Aldi Bridgend | Aldi Cheapside | 227 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Asda Stores Limited Coychurch Road | 301 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit 1, 21 Market Street | 490 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Brewery Lane | 739 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 | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.