Park View is in Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF31 4EL is located in the Bryntirion, Laleston and Merthyr Mawr electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park View, Bridgend, CF31 4EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 4EN, CF31 4DE, CF31 4EH, CF31 4EJ, CF31 4JU, CF31 4XA, CF31 4DF, CF31 4ER, CF31 4UD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF31 4EL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 50.8% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46% | 49.2% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 4EL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.8% 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 | 33.1% | 49.8% | 16.7% | 37.9% | 11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 34.4% | -15.6% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 4.1% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 8.1% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 2.4% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 | 45.4% | 54.1% | 8.7% | 48.4% | 5.7% |
| Good health | 32% | 27.3% | -4.7% | 33.6% | -6.3% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 12.2% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 30.3% | 15.5% | -14.8% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 10.4% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 12.6% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 17.4% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 37.2% | 14.8% | 33.8% | 3.4% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.4% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 95% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 96.6% | 94% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 94% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.9% | 76.7% | 0.2% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62% | 37.2% | 24.8% |
| Christian | 34.3% | 46.2% | -11.9% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park View was 46.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.2% higher than the Bryntirion, Laleston and Merthyr Mawr average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park View has the 8th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Bryntirion, Laleston and Merthyr Mawr and the 216th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19A Park View, Bridgend, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £102,500 | 2023-04-25 | £108,571 |
| 20 Park View, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2020-07-08 | £120,471 |
| 10 Park View, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2017-06-30 | £194,506 |
| 19 Park View, Bridgend, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2016-09-13 | £116,080 |
| 10 Park View, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,500 | 2016-03-22 | £159,963 |
CF31 4EL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 214 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryntirion Infants School Bryngolau , Bryntirion CF31 4DD | - not rated | 422 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangewydd Junior School Llangewydd Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4JT | - not rated | 646 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maes yr Haul Primary School Broadlands , Ffordd Tirion CF31 5EG | - not rated | 1,061 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Glas Infant School St Winifred's Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4PL | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryntirion Comprehensive School Merlin Crescent , Cefn Glas CF31 4QR | - not rated | 1,131 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 Dance Centre | The Dance Centre Elm Crescent, Bryntirion | 355 yd | |
| Snack Attack | 14A Longfellow Drive, Cefn Glas | 1,077 yd | |
| Cinnamon | Unit 9 Gentle Way, Broadlands | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penybont FC | Bryntirion Athletic Football Club Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 179 yd | |
| The West House pub | West House West House Road, Bryntirion | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finnegans 'Extra' | Unit 2, Ty Talbot Elm Crescent, Bryntirion | 448 yd | |
| Cefn Glas Fish Bar | 60 Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 868 yd | |
| New Lotus | 40 Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 926 yd | |
| Neway Chinese Takeaway | Unit 10 Gentle Way, Broadlands | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filco Foods | 8 Elm Crescent, Bryntirion | 384 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 | 49.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.