Hillcrest is in Pen-Y-Fai, Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF31 4NL is located in the Pen-y-fai electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillcrest, Pen-y-fai, Bridgend, CF31 4NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 4DS, CF31 4BE, CF31 4NB, CF31 4BG, CF31 4NA, CF31 4ND, CF31 4NW, CF31 4NN, CF31 4LZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF31 4NL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.7% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.3% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 4NL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.4% 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 | 24.5% | 20.7% | -3.8% | 37.9% | -17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60% | 60.4% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 16.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 9.7% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 7.8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 48.8% | 46.7% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 34% | 37.2% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 12.3% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 19.1% | 19.4% | 0.3% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 6% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 9.2% | -10.8% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 4.6% | -3.1% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 23% | 14.8% | 16.9% | 6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.5% | 34.6% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3.2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.4% | 95.8% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 94% | 96.2% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 95.4% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0.4% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillcrest was 15.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.6% lower than the Bryntirion, Laleston and Merthyr Mawr average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillcrest has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Bryntirion, Laleston and Merthyr Mawr and the 59th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Hillcrest, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £249,000 | 2023-10-30 | £278,191 |
| 31 Hillcrest, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-06-08 | £373,174 |
| Vale View Hillcrest, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2020-02-03 | £562,615 |
| 2 Hillcrest, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-09-23 | £285,531 |
| 7 Hillcrest, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-01-31 | £308,299 |
CF31 4NL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF31 4NL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penyfai C.I.W. Primary Heol Eglwys , Penyfai CF31 4LX | - not rated | 354 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Robert's Catholic Primary School Danylan , Aberkenfig CF32 9AB | - not rated | 835 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Portfolio PRU Abergarw Road , Bryncethin Campus CF32 9NZ | - not rated | 1,416 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryntirion Comprehensive School Merlin Crescent , Cefn Glas CF31 4QR | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tondu Primary School Meadow Street , Aberkenfig CF32 9BE | - not rated | 1,473 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glanrhyd Coffee Shop | Glanrhyd Hospital Bridgend Road, Pen-y-fai | 720 yd | |
| Caswell Clinic | Glanrhyd Hospital Bridgend Road, Pen-y-fai | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ty-Risha Alehouse | Tyrisha Inn Pen-y-cae Lane, Pen-y-cae | 1,000 yd | |
| The Swan Inn | 128 Bridgend Road, Aberkenfig | 1,030 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 | 16.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.16 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.