Alexandra Place is in Maesteg and in Bridgend district. CF34 0PN is located in the Caerau electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alexandra Place, Maesteg, CF34 0PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF34 0PL, CF34 0PG, CF34 0PH, CF34 0PW, CF34 0PF, CF34 0UD, CF34 0PE, CF34 0YP, CF34 0UE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF34 0PN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 50% | 49.2% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 50% | 50.8% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 CF34 0PN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.3% 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 | 36% | 46.3% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 31.5% | -7.6% | 44.2% | -12.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 12.5% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 8% | 8.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.9% | 33.2% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -15.2% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 33.6% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 19.5% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 12.8% | 9.4% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 5.4% |
| Very bad health | 5% | 4.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 CF34 0PN this area, 50.9% 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 15.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 61.8% | 50.9% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 32.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 5.6% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 11.1% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 2.7% | 13.9% | 11.2% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.3% | 15.7% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -18.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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 | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.5% | 95.7% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 98.9% | 98.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| No passport held | 31.3% | 13.5% | 17.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 67.6% | 37.2% | 30.4% |
| Christian | 23.4% | 46.2% | -22.8% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alexandra Place was 46.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.3% lower than the Caerau average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alexandra Place has the 4th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Caerau and the 220th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.0%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Alexandra Place, Maesteg, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2023-06-07 | £61,432 |
| 3 Alexandra Place, Maesteg, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £48,500 | 2018-05-18 | £77,641 |
| 11 Alexandra Place, Maesteg, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £12,000 | 2015-10-23 | £19,132 |
| 9 Alexandra Place, Maesteg, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £24,000 | 2006-11-24 | £42,065 |
CF34 0PN area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 10% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Unemployed | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarren School Eastern Avenue , SA13 3PB | - not rated | 1,132 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Croeserw Primary School Bryn Siriol , Cymmer SA13 3PL | - not rated | 1,294 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cymer Afan Primary School Margam Street , Cymmer SA13 3EE | - not rated | 1,472 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Nantyffyllon Primary School Garnwen Terrace , Nantyffyllon CF34 0ET | - not rated | 2,587 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesteg School Ffordd Dysgu , CF34 0LQ | - not rated | 3,519 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Garden | 112 Caerau Road, Caerau | 180 yd | |
| Adhonik Spice Balti & Tandoori | 174 Caerau Road, Caerau | 622 yd | |
| Caerau Social Centre | Social Centre Dyffryn Road, Caerau | 833 yd | |
| Cafe Cwtch | Caerau Community Centre Woodland Terrace, Caerau | 951 yd | |
| Coegnant Cafe | Bramble House, 91 Hermon Road, Caerau | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaenllynfi Hotel | Blaenllynfi Hotel, 83 Caerau Road, Caerau | 91 yd | |
| GSC Top Club | Gsc Top Club Caerau Road, Caerau | 91 yd | |
| Caerau Imperial Unionist Club | Caerau Imperial Club Cymmer Road, Caerau | 612 yd | |
| Croeserw Social Club | Brynheulog Road | 684 yd | |
| The Navigation Hotel | The Navigation Hotel Dyffryn Road, Caerau | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express Pizza & Kebab | 179 Caerau Road, Caerau | 486 yd | |
| Wendells | Wendells Fish & Chip Shop, 12C Dyffryn Road, Caerau | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filco Foods | Filco Supermarkets Hermon Road, Caerau | 986 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% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.