Oaklands Road is in Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF31 4SU is located in the Bridgend Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oaklands Road, Bridgend, CF31 4SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF31 4SZ, CF31 4SY, CF31 5AJ, CF31 5AH, CF31 4BY, CF31 4TA, CF31 4ST, CF31 5EH, CF31 4DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF31 4SU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 50.3% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.7% | -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 4SU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 21.9% | 21.3% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60% | 58.2% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 7.8% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 11.5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 49.5% | 51.4% | 1.9% | 48.4% | 3.0% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 30.8% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 12.9% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.5% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.8% | 10.6% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 5.7% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 14.3% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 4.9% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 16.3% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.2% | 44.1% | 7.9% | 33.8% | 10.3% |
| Other | 2.7% | 4.1% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.2% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 97.4% | 97.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 97.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oaklands Road was 10.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.1% lower than the Bridgend Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oaklands Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 78 local areas in Bridgend Central and the 29th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.4%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Oaklands Road, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £288,200 | 2025-09-26 | £288,200 |
| 92 Oaklands Road, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-05-30 | £328,330 |
| 87 Oaklands Road, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £299,950 | 2023-10-10 | £339,504 |
| 113 Oaklands Road, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-05-05 | £289,204 |
| 103 Oaklands Road, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2022-08-25 | £94,975 |
CF31 4SU 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 4SU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryntirion Infants School Bryngolau , Bryntirion CF31 4DD | - not rated | 327 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maes yr Haul Primary School Broadlands , Ffordd Tirion CF31 5EG | - not rated | 365 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangewydd Junior School Llangewydd Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4JT | - not rated | 522 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bryn Castell Bryncethin Campus , Spout Hill CF32 9NA | - not rated | 1,049 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Glas Infant School St Winifred's Road , Cefn Glas CF31 4PL | - not rated | 1,140 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon | Unit 9 Gentle Way, Broadlands | 451 yd | |
| Pimento Deli | Unit 5 Gentle Way, Broadlands | 469 yd | |
| The Dance Centre | The Dance Centre Elm Crescent, Bryntirion | 592 yd | |
| Bridgend Carers Centre | Quakers Meeting House, 87 Park Street | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The West House pub | West House West House Road, Bryntirion | 581 yd | |
| Penybont FC | Bryntirion Athletic Football Club Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neway Chinese Takeaway | Unit 10 Gentle Way, Broadlands | 445 yd | |
| Finnegans Fish Bar | Unit 6 Gentle Way, Broadlands | 465 yd | |
| Finnegans 'Extra' | Unit 2, Ty Talbot Elm Crescent, Bryntirion | 690 yd | |
| Cefn Glas Fish Bar | 60 Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 800 yd | |
| New Lotus | 40 Llangewydd Road, Bryntirion | 838 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filco Foods | 8 Elm Crescent, Bryntirion | 638 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 | 77.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 940 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 35.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 940 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.