Mount Pleasant is in Blaengarw, Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF32 8AL is located in the Garw Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mount Pleasant, Blaengarw, Bridgend, CF32 8AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF32 8AG, CF32 8AA, CF32 8AN, CF32 8AB, CF32 8AF, CF32 8AP, CF32 8AU, CF32 8AE, CF32 8AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF32 8AL 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 | 46.2% | 50.3% | 4.1% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 53.8% | 49.7% | -4.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.7% | 34.6% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.7% | 48.7% | 1.0% | 44.2% | 4.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 6.7% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 6% | 6.7% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.8% | 39.3% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 26.8% | 34.7% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 18% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 7.4% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 33.1% | 27.9% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 9.3% | -9.2% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 13.4% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.1% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 11.5% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 30.9% | 16.3% | 33.8% | -2.9% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.1% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 99.1% | 98.8% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 98.8% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.2% | 37.2% | 21.0% |
| Christian | 33.1% | 46.2% | -13.1% |
| Buddhist | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mount Pleasant was 36.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.0% lower than the Garw Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mount Pleasant has the 5th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Garw Valley and the 172nd lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.0%.
Households in this area have a 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Mount Pleasant, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-10-11 | £168,780 |
| 6 Mount Pleasant, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2022-04-29 | £138,487 |
| 26 Mount Pleasant, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-03-23 | £109,417 |
| 16 Mount Pleasant, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2021-12-22 | £54,010 |
| 10 Mount Pleasant, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,500 | 2021-05-27 | £156,030 |
CF32 8AL 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 | 109 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blaengarw Primary School Station Street , Blaengarw CF32 8BA | - not rated | 313 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ffaldau Primary School Albany Road , Pontycymmer CF32 8HW | - not rated | 2,125 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Nantymoel Primary School Gwendoline Street , Nantymoel CF32 7PL | - not rated | 4,011 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Croeserw Primary School Bryn Siriol , Cymmer SA13 3PL | - not rated | 4,149 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ogmore Vale Primary Aber Road , Ogmore Vale CF32 7AJ | - not rated | 4,304 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Awen Cultural Trust | Blaengarw Working Mens Hall Blaengarw Road | 205 yd | |
| Garw Valley Cafe | Cafe, The Charter Church Street | 320 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blaengarw Hotel | Blaengarw Hotel The Strand | 105 yd | |
| WEXA Club | London House David Street | 193 yd | |
| Blaengarw Working Mens Club | Blaengarw Working Mens Club & Institute Ltd, 23 - 25 Blaengarw Road | 205 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Valley | 22 The Strand | 105 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.65 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.84 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.