Gerddi'R Afon is in Brynmenyn, Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF32 9LN is located in the St Bride's Minor and Ynysawdre electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 2014-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gerddi'r Afon, Brynmenyn, Bridgend, CF32 9LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF32 9LR, CF32 9LL, CF32 9LF, CF32 9NA, CF32 9LY, CF32 9LW, CF32 9TQ, CF32 9PT, CF32 8YG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF32 9LN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 51.4% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 51% | 48.6% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 CF32 9LN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.6% 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 | 31.5% | 30.9% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.8% | 55.6% | 6.8% | 44.2% | 11.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.8% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 7.3% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 3.9% | -5.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.5% | 56.9% | 8.4% | 48.4% | 8.5% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 31.4% | 2.2% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 8.4% | -6.0% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 3% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 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 | 29.1% | 13.6% | -15.5% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 8.9% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 11.3% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 21.4% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 36.2% | 17.1% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.9% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.1% | 97.3% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 96.2% | 96.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 96.1% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.7% | 37.2% | 27.5% |
| Christian | 32.3% | 46.2% | -13.9% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gerddi'R Afon was 84.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.0% higher than the Aberkenfig average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gerddi'R Afon has the 9th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Aberkenfig and the 139th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 607.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Gerddi'R Afon, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £349,950 | 2025-05-30 | £363,648 |
| 59 Gerddi'R Afon, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-09-20 | £379,252 |
| 34 Gerddi'R Afon, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £338,500 | 2024-08-23 | £365,724 |
| 63 Gerddi'R Afon, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2024-03-27 | £376,465 |
| 61 Gerddi'R Afon, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £337,000 | 2023-06-30 | £369,111 |
CF32 9LN 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 | 135 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 44 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 22 |
| Other | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brynmenyn Primary School Heol-Yr-Ysgol , CF32 9EL | - not rated | 509 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryncethin Primary School Heol Canola , Bryncethin CF32 9TH | - not rated | 1,139 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Portfolio PRU Abergarw Road , Bryncethin Campus CF32 9NZ | - not rated | 1,982 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Betws Primary School Heol Bradford , Bettws CF32 8TB | - not rated | 2,276 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Calon Y Cymoedd Betws Road , Betws CF32 8TD | - not rated | 2,279 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Cwpan Bach | Ysgol Bryn Castell (bryncethin Campus) Heol Llan, Abergarw | 188 yd | |
| Deano's Cafe | 13 Millers Avenue, Brynmenyn Industrial Estate | 364 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox & Hounds | Fox & Hounds Pleasant View, Brynmenyn | 384 yd | |
| Masons Arms Hotel | Masons Arms Hotel, Bryncethin | 860 yd | |
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak, Bryncethin | 991 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 | 38.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.