The Retreat is in Sarn, Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF32 9UF 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 The Retreat, Sarn, Bridgend, CF32 9UF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF32 9UD, CF32 9UA, CF32 9NY, CF32 9TY, CF32 9SS, CF32 9UL, CF32 9SR, CF32 9PA, CF32 9UG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF32 9UF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 52.4% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 47.6% | 47.6% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 31.2% | 38.8% | 7.6% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 38.8% | -7.6% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 11.2% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 7.4% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 38.9% | 37.1% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 36.8% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 19.2% | 17.4% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 6.8% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 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 9UF this area, 28.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.6% | 28.1% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 8.1% | -10.7% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 16.2% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.3% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 12.7% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 25% | 13.0% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.4% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 98.5% | 96.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57% | 37.2% | 19.8% |
| Christian | 35.3% | 46.2% | -10.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Retreat was 56.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.2% lower than the St Bride's Minor and Ynysawdre average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Retreat has the 9th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in St Bride's Minor and Ynysawdre and the 217th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 The Retreat, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-07-07 | £218,686 |
| 14 The Retreat, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-09-20 | £229,220 |
| 9 The Retreat, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-08-08 | £239,366 |
| 1 The Retreat, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-10-11 | £224,887 |
| 8 The Retreat, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2020-09-18 | £194,318 |
CF32 9UF 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 | 75 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryncethin Primary School Heol Canola , Bryncethin CF32 9TH | - not rated | 806 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Portfolio PRU Abergarw Road , Bryncethin Campus CF32 9NZ | - not rated | 841 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Robert's Catholic Primary School Danylan , Aberkenfig CF32 9AB | - not rated | 1,177 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tondu Primary School Meadow Street , Aberkenfig CF32 9BE | - not rated | 1,368 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynmenyn Primary School Heol-Yr-Ysgol , CF32 9EL | - not rated | 1,371 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King Sarn Park | Sarn Park Motorway Services | 740 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 49, Bridgend Designer Outlet, Cefn Hirgoed | 975 yd | |
| Costa Coffee @ Odeon | Odeon Cinema, Bridgend Designer Outlet, Cefn Hirgoed | 975 yd | |
| Sidoli's | Unit 75, Bridgend Designer Outlet, Cefn Hirgoed | 975 yd | |
| Wagamama | Unit 94 And 95, Bridgend Designer Outlet, Cefn Hirgoed | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarn and Bryncwils Social Club | Sarn And Bryncwils Social Club Bryncoch Road, Sarn | 155 yd | |
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak, Bryncethin | 931 yd | |
| Tondu Rugby Football Club | Tondu Rfc Pandy Park, Aberkenfig | 934 yd | |
| Ty-Risha Alehouse | Tyrisha Inn Pen-y-cae Lane, Pen-y-cae | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul's Chippy | 14 Heol-yr-ysgol, Ynysawdre | 626 yd | |
| McDonalds | K4, Bridgend Designer Outlet Food Court, Cefn Hirgoed | 975 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 45a, Bridgend Designer Outlet, Cefn Hirgoed | 975 yd | |
| Chopstix Noodle Bar | K5, Bridgend Designer Outlet Food Court, Cefn Hirgoed | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filco Foods | Filco Supermarkets Limited Merfield Close, Sarn | 219 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 | 54.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.81 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.81 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.