Rowans Lane is in Bryncethin, Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF32 9LQ 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 1991-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rowans Lane, Bryncethin, Bridgend, CF32 9LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF32 9LZ, CF32 9YR, CF32 9YY, CF32 9PN, CF32 9YU, CF32 9AJ, CF32 9JL, CF32 9JP, CF32 9YF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF32 9LQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51.7% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.3% | -2.6% | 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 | 38.1% | 30.8% | -7.3% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 43.5% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 18.2% | 5.6% | 9.1% | 9.1% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 5.1% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 60.7% | 50% | -10.7% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 25.1% | 34.2% | 9.1% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 12% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 15.2% | 14.4% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 6% | -10.6% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 10.2% | -5.5% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 5.1% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 18.5% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 40.3% | 8.9% | 33.8% | 6.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 5.6% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.5% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 99.3% | 96.2% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 96.2% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57% | 37.2% | 19.8% |
| Christian | 37.4% | 46.2% | -8.8% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rowans Lane was 40.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.9% lower than the St Bride's Minor and Ynysawdre average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Rowans Lane has the 5th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in St Bride's Minor and Ynysawdre and the 192nd lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Rowans Lane, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £156,100 | 2025-10-27 | £156,100 |
| 20 Rowans Lane, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £156,500 | 2025-09-05 | £156,500 |
| 42 Rowans Lane, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-01-28 | £153,010 |
| 28 Rowans Lane, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-09-06 | £178,460 |
| 33 Rowans Lane, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-07-26 | £369,096 |
CF32 9LQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryncethin Primary School Heol Canola , Bryncethin CF32 9TH | - not rated | 532 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynmenyn Primary School Heol-Yr-Ysgol , CF32 9EL | - not rated | 977 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Portfolio PRU Abergarw Road , Bryncethin Campus CF32 9NZ | - not rated | 1,869 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Robert's Catholic Primary School Danylan , Aberkenfig CF32 9AB | - not rated | 2,324 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tondu Primary School Meadow Street , Aberkenfig CF32 9BE | - not rated | 2,353 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deano's Cafe | 13 Millers Avenue, Brynmenyn Industrial Estate | 474 yd | |
| Y Cwpan Bach | Ysgol Bryn Castell (bryncethin Campus) Heol Llan, Abergarw | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masons Arms Hotel | Masons Arms Hotel, Bryncethin | 200 yd | |
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak, Bryncethin | 360 yd | |
| Fox & Hounds | Fox & Hounds Pleasant View, Brynmenyn | 919 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 | 84.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 329.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 329.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.