St John Street is in Ogmore Vale, Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF32 7BB is located in the Ogmore Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St John Street, Ogmore Vale, Bridgend, CF32 7BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF32 7AP, CF32 7DN, CF32 7AG, CF32 7AL, CF32 7AR, CF32 7AF, CF32 7DL, CF32 7DH, CF32 7AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF32 7BB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 50.6% | 47.6% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 49.4% | 52.4% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 | 28.9% | 34.9% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 49.4% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 11% | 6.4% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 6.8% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 46.5% | 48.9% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 28% | 30.1% | 2.1% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 10.3% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 7% | 7.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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% | 18.8% | -18.2% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 11.5% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 17.1% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 9.4% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 15% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.7% | 26.9% | 19.2% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.1% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98.7% | 97.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 97.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.9% | 13.5% | 11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.8% | 37.2% | 23.6% |
| Christian | 32.3% | 46.2% | -13.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St John Street was 71.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.3% higher than the Blackmill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St John Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Blackmill and the 176th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.4%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 St John Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-03-26 | £168,681 |
| 70 St John Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-11-18 | £154,020 |
| 109 St John Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2024-07-29 | £194,783 |
| 80 St John Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2023-11-22 | £85,750 |
| 123 St John Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,950 | 2023-07-28 | £186,888 |
CF32 7BB 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ogmore Vale Primary Aber Road , Ogmore Vale CF32 7AJ | - not rated | 1,024 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Nantymoel Primary School Gwendoline Street , Nantymoel CF32 7PL | - not rated | 2,517 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ffaldau Primary School Albany Road , Pontycymmer CF32 8HW | - not rated | 3,250 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tynyrheol Primary School Heol Llangeinor , Llangeinor CF32 8PN | - not rated | 3,259 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengarw Primary School Station Street , Blaengarw CF32 8BA | - not rated | 4,646 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ogmore Vale Bar & Restaurant | Fox And Hounds High Street | 158 yd | |
| Mandys Café | 15 - 16 High Street | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corbett Arms | Corbett Arms Hotel Bridge Street | 28 yd | |
| Constitutional Club | 59 - 63 High Street | 136 yd | |
| Ogmore Vale Non Political Club & Institute Ltd | 5 - 6 High Street | 445 yd | |
| Ogmore Vale Rugby Football Club | Ogmore Vale Rugby Football Club Tynewydd Row | 932 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Po Wing | 45 High Street | 445 yd | |
| King Chicken | 9F High Street | 521 yd | |
| The Happy Wok | Ground Floor, 8 Commercial Street | 751 yd | |
| Paul's Chippy | 24 Commercial Street | 751 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.