Maesglas is in Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF31 4RX 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 Maesglas, Bridgend, CF31 4RX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 4DF, CF31 4RU, CF31 4DG, CF31 4RT, CF31 4DE, CF31 4DQ, CF31 4JT, CF31 4DD, CF31 4UF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF31 4RX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 48% | 49.8% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 52% | 50.2% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 4RX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.6% 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 | 35.5% | 46.6% | 11.1% | 37.9% | 8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 29.2% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -15.0% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 6.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 4.6% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 9.9% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 13.6% | 7.5% | -6.1% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 36.5% | 50% | 13.5% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 28% | 27.7% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 22% | 14.4% | -7.6% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 11.5% | 7.9% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 37.9% | 21.6% | -16.3% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 13% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 14.8% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 18.5% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 24.1% | 12.3% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 5.9% | 1.9% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.5% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 95.5% 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% | 95.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 94.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 4.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 25.6% | 13.5% | 12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 69.3% | 37.2% | 32.1% |
| Christian | 23.8% | 46.2% | -22.4% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maesglas was 79.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.9% lower than the Bridgend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maesglas has the 26th highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Bridgend Central and the 158th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Maesglas, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-10-21 | £211,776 |
| 10 Maesglas, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2023-09-12 | £171,807 |
| 6 Maesglas, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2023-07-17 | £245,861 |
| 16 Maesglas, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-01-27 | £164,285 |
| 15 Maesglas, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-12-14 | £130,355 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryntirion Infants School Bryngolau , Bryntirion CF31 4DD | - not rated | 311 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangewydd Junior School Llangewydd Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4JT | - not rated | 356 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Glas Infant School St Winifred's Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4PL | - not rated | 837 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryntirion Comprehensive School Merlin Crescent , Cefn Glas CF31 4QR | - not rated | 942 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Castell Bryncethin Campus , Spout Hill CF32 9NA | - not rated | 960 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 | 513 yd | |
| Snack Attack | 14A Longfellow Drive, Cefn Glas | 857 yd | |
| Cinnamon | Unit 9 Gentle Way, Broadlands | 1,031 yd | |
| Pimento Deli | Unit 5 Gentle Way, Broadlands | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penybont FC | Bryntirion Athletic Football Club Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 209 yd | |
| The West House pub | West House West House Road, Bryntirion | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cefn Glas Fish Bar | 60 Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 575 yd | |
| New Lotus | 40 Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 633 yd | |
| Finnegans 'Extra' | Unit 2, Ty Talbot Elm Crescent, Bryntirion | 641 yd | |
| Neway Chinese Takeaway | Unit 10 Gentle Way, Broadlands | 1,024 yd | |
| Finnegans Fish Bar | Unit 6 Gentle Way, Broadlands | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filco Foods | 8 Elm Crescent, Bryntirion | 564 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.