Shelley Drive is in Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF31 4QA is located in the Cefn-glas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shelley Drive, Bridgend, CF31 4QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 4QD, CF31 4PP, CF31 4QB, CF31 4PW, CF31 4QE, CF31 4SB, CF31 4PZ, CF31 4PY, CF31 4PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF31 4QA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.6% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50% | 49.4% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 4QA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 17.9% | 23.5% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 51.2% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 15.2% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 8.8% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.3% | 29.6% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -18.8% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 36.9% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 21% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 9% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 3.4% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.2% | 24.2% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 16.4% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 10.5% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 11.4% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 24.7% | 0.0% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3.7% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 100% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 97.3% | 97.9% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97.9% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shelley Drive was 15.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.0% lower than the Bridgend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shelley Drive has the 11th lowest crime rate of 78 local areas in Bridgend Central and the 60th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Shelley Drive, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,950 | 2023-09-14 | £214,701 |
| 22 Shelley Drive, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £184,950 | 2023-09-14 | £211,724 |
| 11 Shelley Drive, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-03-31 | £198,872 |
| 20 Shelley Drive, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2022-08-05 | £217,885 |
| 7 Shelley Drive, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-08-20 | £183,559 |
CF31 4QA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF31 4QA 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 | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cefn Glas Infant School St Winifred's Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4PL | - not rated | 273 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryntirion Comprehensive School Merlin Crescent , Cefn Glas CF31 4QR | - not rated | 406 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangewydd Junior School Llangewydd Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4JT | - not rated | 505 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Castell Bryncethin Campus , Spout Hill CF32 9NA | - not rated | 570 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryntirion Infants School Bryngolau , Bryntirion CF31 4DD | - not rated | 847 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snack Attack | 14A Longfellow Drive, Cefn Glas | 271 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The West House pub | West House West House Road, Bryntirion | 642 yd | |
| Penybont FC | Bryntirion Athletic Football Club Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 688 yd | |
| Tair Pluen | Tair Pluen Quarella Road | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cefn Glas Fish Bar | 60 Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 306 yd | |
| New Lotus | 40 Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 322 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 | 73.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 123.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 68.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.