Heronston Lane is in Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF31 3DP is located in the Oldcastle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heronston Lane, Bridgend, CF31 3DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 3DR, CF31 3LB, CF31 3LA, CF31 3DU, CF31 3BX, CF31 3DT, CF31 3LD, CF31 3HG, CF31 3HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF31 3DP has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 52.7% | 50% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.3% | 50% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF31 3DP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.7% | 29.6% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 52.6% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 8.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 7.8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 7.4% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 47.6% | 50.3% | 2.7% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 31.1% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 13.6% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.8% | 12.6% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 9.6% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 4.8% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 18.3% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 47.4% | 12.8% | 33.8% | 13.6% |
| Other | 8% | 1.3% | -6.7% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96% | 94% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 93.5% | 95.4% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 95.1% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.5% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 12.9% | 6.0% | 6.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heronston Lane was 23.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.6% lower than the Bryntirion, Laleston and Merthyr Mawr average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heronston Lane has the 5th lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Bryntirion, Laleston and Merthyr Mawr and the 99th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Hernston Lane, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2023-12-19 | £298,273 |
| 16 Heronston Lane, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £209,950 | 2020-10-01 | £282,381 |
| 9 Heronston Lane, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2020-01-17 | £236,967 |
| 21 Heronston Lane, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2019-07-10 | £282,418 |
| 17 Hernston Lane, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2018-10-31 | £240,239 |
CF31 3DP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brynteg Comprehensive School Ewenny Road , CF31 3ER | - not rated | 289 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heronsbridge School Ewenny Road , CF31 3HT | - not rated | 320 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 1,523 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Llangewydd Road , CF31 4JW | - not rated | 1,766 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School Oak Tree Way , Brackla CF31 2DN | - not rated | 1,820 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Unit 1, Hernston Park Hernston Retail Park, Waterton | 368 yd | |
| Blas Da Coffee Shop | Heronsbridge Special School Ewenny Road | 509 yd | |
| Severn Trent Laboratories Canteen | 2 Technology Drive, Ewenny | 510 yd | |
| Bwyty 31 | Bridgend Campus Cowbridge Road | 520 yd | |
| Tesco Cafe | Tesco Extra Cowbridge Road | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coach | The Coach Cowbridge Road | 664 yd | |
| Cabo Roche | Cabo Roche Five Bells Road | 687 yd | |
| Bridgend Athletic RFC | 12 Ewenny Road | 696 yd | |
| Association Of Bridgend Bowls, Tennis & Squash Clubs Community Interest Company | Bridgend Tennis Bowling And Croquet Association Church Road | 799 yd | |
| The Old Castle Inn | The Old Castle, 90 Nolton Street | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Fast Food | Ground Floor Front, 100 Nolton Street | 825 yd | |
| Raj Balti | 59 - 61 Nolton Street | 887 yd | |
| Golden Bowl | 80 Nolton Street | 891 yd | |
| O My Cod | 66 Nolton Street | 943 yd | |
| Wai Chan | 52 Nolton Street | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B&M Retail Ltd | Unit 2 Picton Court Retail Park, Waterton | 347 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Picton Court Retail Park, Waterton | 449 yd | |
| Tesco Extra (Not Petrol) | Tesco Extra Cowbridge Road | 530 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit A Picton Court Retail Park, Waterton | 575 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Asda Stores Limited Coychurch Road | 937 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 | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| 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 | 68 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.