Chelsea Avenue is in Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF31 4RQ is located in the Cefn-glas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1982-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chelsea Avenue, Bridgend, CF31 4RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 4AT, CF31 4DY, CF31 4RF, CF31 4TJ, CF31 4TL, CF31 4TH, CF31 4TN, CF31 4QU, CF31 4QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF31 4RQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.1% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.9% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 25.7% | 40.3% | 14.6% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 41.3% | -12.1% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 13.9% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 2.1% | -4.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 | 46.8% | 45.9% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 37.3% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 12.5% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 22.8% | 15.2% | -7.6% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 8.3% | -9.9% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 16.3% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 6.9% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 18.3% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.7% | 31.5% | 13.8% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.1% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 95.8% | 94.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 94.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 4.6% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 68.2% | 37.2% | 31.0% |
| Christian | 27.5% | 46.2% | -18.7% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chelsea Avenue was 39.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.4% lower than the Bridgend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chelsea Avenue has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 78 local areas in Bridgend Central and the 187th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 39.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 174 Chelsea Avenue, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2009-11-13 | £143,539 |
CF31 4RQ 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 | 134 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryntirion Comprehensive School Merlin Crescent , Cefn Glas CF31 4QR | - not rated | 584 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Glas Infant School St Winifred's Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4PL | - not rated | 944 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyfai C.I.W. Primary Heol Eglwys , Penyfai CF31 4LX | - not rated | 1,009 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangewydd Junior School Llangewydd Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4JT | - not rated | 1,063 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryntirion Infants School Bryngolau , Bryntirion CF31 4DD | - not rated | 1,193 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 | 681 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penybont FC | Bryntirion Athletic Football Club Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cefn Glas Fish Bar | 60 Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 1,005 yd | |
| New Lotus | 40 Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 1,037 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.