Gartholwg is in Maesteg and in Bridgend district. CF34 9GJ is located in the Llangynwyd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 2001-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gartholwg, Maesteg, CF34 9GJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF34 9GA, CF34 9GG, CF34 9GH, CF34 9GE, CF34 9GD, CF34 9GF, CF34 9GB, CF34 9LD, CF34 9JL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF34 9GJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 48.6% | 49.6% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51.4% | 50.4% | -1.0% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of CF34 9GJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27% | 32.4% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.5% | 61.6% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 17.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -6.6% |
| Widowed | 1.1% | 3.5% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 69.8% | 65% | -4.8% | 48.4% | 16.6% |
| Good health | 22.5% | 25.1% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -8.5% |
| Fair health | 5.4% | 8.3% | 2.9% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 14.7% | 13% | -1.7% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 7% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 13.5% | -7.2% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 3.8% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 23.5% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.6% | 38.9% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 5.1% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.6% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 99.8% 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 | 97% | 99.8% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 16.6% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 0.2% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -5.9% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 99.8% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 16.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 0.2% | -1.3% | 9.8% | -9.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gartholwg was 2.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.8% lower than the Llangynwyd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gartholwg has the lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Llangynwyd and the lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Gartholwg, Maesteg, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2020-03-13 | £375,548 |
| 4 Gartholwg, Maesteg, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2018-04-20 | £327,483 |
| 5 Gartholwg, Maesteg, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2015-12-15 | £345,245 |
| 10 Gartholwg, Maesteg, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2015-11-06 | £333,966 |
| 4 Gartholwg, Maesteg, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £191,500 | 2007-03-16 | £353,514 |
CF34 9GJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 student residents living in CF34 9GJ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 190 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
| Education | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 34 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmfelin Primary School Maesteg Road , Cwmfelin CF34 9LD | - not rated | 157 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garth Primary School Mission Road , Garth CF34 0ND | - not rated | 725 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangynwyd Primary School Heol Cadrawd , Llangynwyd CF34 9TE | - not rated | 1,026 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 | 1,735 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Cynwyd Sant Pen-Yr-Ysgol , Maesteg CF34 9YE | - not rated | 1,847 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Stars Daycare | Preswylfod Jenkins Terrace, Cwmfelin | 429 yd | |
| Maesteg Celtic Ltd | Maesteg Celtic Athletic Social Club Bridgend Road, Garth | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Inn (Maesteg) Ltd | The Cross Inn Maesteg Road, Cwmfelin | 467 yd | |
| The Garth Inn | Garth Inn, 140 Bridgend Road, Garth | 658 yd | |
| Railway Inn | Railway Inn Station Road, Pont Rhyd-y-cyff | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red & Hot | 4 Caerau Road, Caerau | 683 yd | |
| Emilia's Fish Bar | 8 Bridgend Road, Llangynwyd | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Store Caerau (Premier Store) | 8 - 9 Caerau Road, Caerau | 884 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 | 27.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 36.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 36.4 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.