Ewenny Road is in Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF31 3HR 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 Ewenny Road, Bridgend, CF31 3HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 3HS, CF31 3HP, CF31 3DB, CF31 3HN, CF31 3EG, CF31 3DD, CF31 3HU, CF31 3EN, CF31 3DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF31 3HR has a slightly higher male population, with 53% 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 | 48.8% | 47% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 51.2% | 53% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
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 | 33.3% | 36.2% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 49.4% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 4.9% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 4.2% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 46.7% | 46% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 30.6% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 11.3% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 5.9% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 6.2% | 5.9% | 1.2% | 5.0% |
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 | 19.5% | 15% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 9.8% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 11.7% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.9% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 19.2% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 39% | 38% | -1.0% | 33.8% | 4.2% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.5% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 93.2% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 96.9% | 93.7% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 93.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.6% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ewenny Road was 29.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.0% lower than the Bridgend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ewenny Road has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 78 local areas in Bridgend Central and the 132nd lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Ewenny Road, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-11-14 | £344,463 |
| 36 Ewenny Road, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2019-12-20 | £288,028 |
| 36 Ewenny Road, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2017-03-13 | £297,026 |
| 34 Ewenny Road, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £162,950 | 2016-01-08 | £293,831 |
| 36 Ewenny Road, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2012-11-23 | £313,600 |
CF31 3HR 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heronsbridge School Ewenny Road , CF31 3HT | - not rated | 302 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynteg Comprehensive School Ewenny Road , CF31 3ER | - not rated | 360 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Llangewydd Road , CF31 4JW | - not rated | 1,204 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Castell Bryncethin Campus , Spout Hill CF32 9NA | - not rated | 1,539 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smoked Out | 11 Ewenny Road | 111 yd | |
| Blas Da Coffee Shop | Heronsbridge Special School Ewenny Road | 123 yd | |
| Bwyty 31 | Bridgend Campus Cowbridge Road | 251 yd | |
| The Link Coffee House LTD | 77 Nolton Street | 276 yd | |
| Chicken Planet | 84 Nolton Street | 312 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgend Athletic RFC | 12 Ewenny Road | 126 yd | |
| Cabo Roche | Cabo Roche Five Bells Road | 138 yd | |
| The Coach | The Coach Cowbridge Road | 182 yd | |
| The Old Castle Inn | The Old Castle, 90 Nolton Street | 292 yd | |
| Association Of Bridgend Bowls, Tennis & Squash Clubs Community Interest Company | Bridgend Tennis Bowling And Croquet Association Church Road | 302 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Fast Food | Ground Floor Front, 100 Nolton Street | 258 yd | |
| Raj Balti | 59 - 61 Nolton Street | 324 yd | |
| Golden Bowl | 80 Nolton Street | 325 yd | |
| O My Cod | 66 Nolton Street | 377 yd | |
| Wai Chan | 52 Nolton Street | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Unit 13, Bridgend Shopping Centre Brackla Street | 420 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Asda Stores Limited Coychurch Road | 462 yd | |
| Aldi Bridgend | Aldi Cheapside | 561 yd | |
| B&M Retail Ltd | Unit 2 Picton Court Retail Park, Waterton | 767 yd | |
| Tesco Extra (Not Petrol) | Tesco Extra Cowbridge Road | 794 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 | 78 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.