Bridgend Road is in Maesteg and in Bridgend district. CF34 0BJ is located in the Maesteg East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridgend Road, Maesteg, CF34 0BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF34 0BX, CF34 0LX, CF34 0NW, CF34 9TR, CF34 9TS, CF34 0NN, CF34 0LW, CF34 0LP, CF34 0AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF34 0BJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 50.2% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49.8% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 30% | 40.2% | 10.2% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 44.9% | -7.4% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 6.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 7.3% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.6% | 53.7% | 14.1% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 27.5% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -6.1% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 11.1% | -6.4% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 4.5% | -4.4% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 | 37.3% | 22.6% | -14.7% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 10.3% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.2% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 6% | -1.3% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 15% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 26.1% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 99.6% | 99.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 99.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridgend Road was 20.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.3% lower than the Maesteg East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bridgend Road has the lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Maesteg East and the 85th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.4%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Bridgend Road, Maesteg, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2019-12-13 | £182,742 |
| 15 Bridgend Road, Maesteg, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2017-04-19 | £134,281 |
| 12 Bridgend Road, Maesteg, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2009-04-01 | £327,358 |
CF34 0BJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 72 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maesteg School Ffordd Dysgu , CF34 0LQ | - not rated | 520 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's & St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Monica Street , Maesteg CF34 9AY | - not rated | 583 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garth Primary School Mission Road , Garth CF34 0ND | - not rated | 942 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Plasnewydd Primary School Castle Street , Maesteg CF34 9UN | - not rated | 1,029 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Cynwyd Sant Pen-Yr-Ysgol , Maesteg CF34 9YE | - not rated | 1,112 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aly's Weighbridge | The Weighbridge Cafe, 3A Oakwood Drive | 179 yd | |
| Maesteg Celtic Ltd | Maesteg Celtic Athletic Social Club Bridgend Road, Garth | 884 yd | |
| Talbot Restaurant | 1 - 2 Church Street | 960 yd | |
| Valley Cafe | 32 Commercial Street | 965 yd | |
| Louchis | 114 Commercial Street | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maesteg Squash Sports and Social Club | Maesteg Sports And Social Club Bridgend Road, Garth | 232 yd | |
| The Crown Hotel | Crown Hotel Crown Row, Garth | 419 yd | |
| The New Coytrahen Arms | The New Coytrahen Arms Bethania Street | 445 yd | |
| Maesteg Workingmens Club & Institute Ltd | Maesteg Workmens Club And Institute Temple Street | 737 yd | |
| McNamara Arms | The Malsters Arms, 52 Commercial Street | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New City | 251 Bridgend Road, Garth | 190 yd | |
| Moon House | 21 Bethania Street | 361 yd | |
| New Dragon | 20 Castle Street | 716 yd | |
| The Happy Wok | 62 Commercial Street | 798 yd | |
| Peking City | 99 Commercial Street | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katko Mini Market | 8 - 9 Bethania Street | 411 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.