Bakers Way is in Bryncethin, Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF32 9RJ 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bakers Way, Bryncethin, Bridgend, CF32 9RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF32 9SP, CF32 9NX, CF32 9HX, CF32 9SJ, CF32 9NJ, CF32 9EX, CF32 9TU, CF32 9HJ, CF32 9RX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF32 9RJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 52.6% | 47.1% | -5.5% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 47.4% | 52.9% | 5.5% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 9RJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.6% 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 | 38.6% | 47.6% | 9.0% | 37.9% | 9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.6% | 32.1% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -12.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 14% | 12.7% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 3.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 39.9% | 41.5% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 35% | 35% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 15% | 16.5% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 5% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
In the area around CF32 9RJ this area, 34.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.7% | 34.7% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 16.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 10.8% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 11.7% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 16.4% | 8.3% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.3% | 20.7% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.1% | 96.2% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 95.8% | 94.3% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 4.2% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 94.6% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.1% | 76.7% | -14.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 33.3% | 13.5% | 19.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.8% | 37.2% | 27.6% |
| Christian | 30.3% | 46.2% | -15.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bakers Way was 35.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.6% lower than the St Bride's Minor and Ynysawdre average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bakers Way has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in St Bride's Minor and Ynysawdre and the 159th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Bakers Way, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-01-10 | £189,944 |
| 38 Bakers Way, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2024-09-12 | £171,915 |
| 11A Bakers Way, Bridgend, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2023-12-18 | £86,111 |
| 10 Bakers Way, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-04-29 | £203,390 |
| 3A Bakers Way, Bridgend, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2021-11-26 | £86,640 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryncethin Primary School Heol Canola , Bryncethin CF32 9TH | - not rated | 570 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Portfolio PRU Abergarw Road , Bryncethin Campus CF32 9NZ | - not rated | 1,067 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynmenyn Primary School Heol-Yr-Ysgol , CF32 9EL | - not rated | 1,102 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Robert's Catholic Primary School Danylan , Aberkenfig CF32 9AB | - not rated | 1,485 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tondu Primary School Meadow Street , Aberkenfig CF32 9BE | - not rated | 1,580 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 | 817 yd | |
| Burger King Sarn Park | Sarn Park Motorway Services | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarn and Bryncwils Social Club | Sarn And Bryncwils Social Club Bryncoch Road, Sarn | 430 yd | |
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak, Bryncethin | 653 yd | |
| Masons Arms Hotel | Masons Arms Hotel, Bryncethin | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul's Chippy | 14 Heol-yr-ysgol, Ynysawdre | 595 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filco Foods | Filco Supermarkets Limited Merfield Close, Sarn | 326 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 | 76.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 23.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 23.1% |
| 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 | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.