Commercial Street is in Nantymoel, Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF32 7RA is located in the Nant-y-moel electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Commercial Street, Nantymoel, Bridgend, CF32 7RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF32 7RB, CF32 7PA, CF32 7NN, CF32 7NL, CF32 7RR, CF32 7PE, CF32 7NH, CF32 7NW, CF32 7NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF32 7RA has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 47% | 49% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 53% | 51% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 CF32 7RA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.1% 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 | 36.1% | 47.1% | 11.0% | 37.9% | 9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.8% | 31.5% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -12.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 11.8% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 5.5% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 (68.9%) 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 | 39.7% | 36% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -12.4% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 32.9% | 3.3% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 21.6% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 8.9% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 7.5% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 42% | 26.2% | -15.8% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 7.6% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 17.3% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 8.9% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 11.4% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 25.7% | 11.8% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.6% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.6% | 94.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.4% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 94.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.4% | 76.7% | -8.3% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27.2% | 13.5% | 13.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 70% | 37.2% | 32.8% |
| Christian | 26.9% | 46.2% | -19.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commercial Street was 108.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.3% higher than the Blackmill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Commercial Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Blackmill and the 95th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Commercial Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £76,500 | 2023-01-31 | £86,216 |
| 1 Commercial Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Other, an established residential building | £5,000 | 2021-12-13 | £5,565 |
| 23 Commercial Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-07-02 | £114,316 |
| 23 Commercial Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2018-07-20 | £135,897 |
| 19 Commercial Street, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2017-06-02 | £117,059 |
CF32 7RA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nantymoel Primary School Gwendoline Street , Nantymoel CF32 7PL | - not rated | 850 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ogmore Vale Primary Aber Road , Ogmore Vale CF32 7AJ | - not rated | 2,254 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengarw Primary School Station Street , Blaengarw CF32 8BA | - not rated | 3,447 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ffaldau Primary School Albany Road , Pontycymmer CF32 8HW | - not rated | 3,507 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Parc Primary School Tallis Street , Cwmparc CF42 6LY | - not rated | 4,032 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nantymoel Boys And Girls Club And Community Centre | Memorial Hall And Boys Club Waun Wen Terrace, Price Town | 494 yd | |
| The Brothers’cafe | 15 Ogwy Street, Price Town | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nantymoel Hotel | Nantymoel Hotel Commercial Street | 52 yd | |
| Nantymoel Social Club & Institute Ltd | 26 Commercial Street | 52 yd | |
| Nantymoel RFC | 82 - 84 Ogwy Street, Price Town | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruchi | 1C Commercial Street | 2 yd | |
| Anne's Plaice | 12 Ogwy Street, Price Town | 820 yd | |
| Peppinos Pizza | Ground Floor, 3 - 5, Price Town | 884 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 | 15.8% |
| 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.