Park Street is in Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF31 4AU is located in the Bridgend Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Street, Bridgend, CF31 4AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 4HZ, CF31 4JA, CF31 4EZ, CF31 1JH, CF31 1JD, CF31 1JF, CF31 4AY, CF31 4AX, CF31 4EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF31 4AU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 50.6% | 47.6% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 49.4% | 52.4% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 | 39.5% | 37.7% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 39.2% | -3.7% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 11.1% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 8% | 2.5% | 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 | 48.7% | 42.9% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 31.4% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 19.5% | 8.7% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 22.3% | 22.9% | 0.6% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 7% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 11.9% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 4.5% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 20.9% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 30.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 10.1% | 2.5% | -7.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.5% | 94.2% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 85.1% | 93.3% | 8.2% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 12.6% | 2.7% | -9.9% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.4% | 92.5% | 8.1% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 5.8% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.3% | 1.3% | -5.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 0.4% | -3.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.7% | 37.2% | 15.5% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Street was 345.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 97.0% higher than the Bridgend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Bridgend Central and the 16th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 168.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Park Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2009-05-29 | £431,148 |
| 6 Park Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2009-04-30 | £337,320 |
| 6 Park Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2009-04-30 | £337,320 |
| 8 Park Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2007-01-03 | £384,002 |
| 2 Park Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2000-07-11 | £232,802 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Llangewydd Road , CF31 4JW | - not rated | 338 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 657 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Castell Bryncethin Campus , Spout Hill CF32 9NA | - not rated | 673 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Glas Infant School St Winifred's Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4PL | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heronsbridge School Ewenny Road , CF31 3HT | - not rated | 1,195 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Il Panino | 1 - 3 Market Street | 130 yd | |
| Zia Nina | 28 Dunraven Place | 152 yd | |
| Bauhaus Coffee Shop | Ground And First Floor, 9 Wyndham Street | 202 yd | |
| Huna Café Bar | Not Official Snn Rear Of 3 To 11 Elder Street | 204 yd | |
| Apna Bazaar | 46 Dunraven Place | 217 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgend & District United Servicemens' Club | United Services Club, 1 Tondu Road | 26 yd | |
| Little Bar on the Bridge | 3 Old Stone Bridge | 90 yd | |
| Wyndham Arms | Wyndham Arms Hotel Wyndham Street | 148 yd | |
| The Star | The Star, 17 Market Street | 164 yd | |
| Riverside Tavern | The Riverside Tavern Brewery Lane | 244 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| An Khang | Ground Floor, 4 Park Street | 7 yd | |
| Ktf gifts | 15 Market Street | 156 yd | |
| Subway | 3 Caroline Street | 204 yd | |
| 280 Grammi | 2A Queen Street | 237 yd | |
| Greggs | 15 Adare Street | 251 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Unit 1, 21 Market Street | 183 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Brewery Lane | 272 yd | |
| Aldi Bridgend | Aldi Cheapside | 534 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 13, Bridgend Shopping Centre Brackla Street | 597 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Asda Stores Limited Coychurch Road | 738 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.