CF34 0DH is in Cwmdu, Maesteg and Bridgend district. CF34 0DH 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 Cwmdu, Maesteg, CF34 0DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF34 0DH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 52.7% | 55.4% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 47.3% | 44.6% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 | 27.7% | 33.5% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.2% | 47.2% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 8.6% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 10.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 45.9% | 50.6% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 27.7% | 28.4% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 13.7% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 5.2% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 32.1% | 25.6% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 8.5% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 17.1% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 15% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 25.2% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.2% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
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 | 98.6% | 99.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 98.6% | 99.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 54.6% | 46.2% | 8.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around CF34 0DH was 99.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.1% lower than the Maesteg East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
CF34 0DH has the 12th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Maesteg East and the 114th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaen-Cwmdu, Maesteg, Bridgend Other, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2016-07-15 | £572,168 |
CF34 0DH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF34 0DH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 1,934 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garth Primary School Mission Road , Garth CF34 0ND | - not rated | 2,151 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 | 2,470 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Plasnewydd Primary School Castle Street , Maesteg CF34 9UN | - not rated | 2,614 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Nantyffyllon Primary School Garnwen Terrace , Nantyffyllon CF34 0ET | - not rated | 2,827 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.