Maesteg Road is in Maesteg and in Bridgend district. CF34 9LB is located in the Llangynwyd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maesteg Road, Maesteg, CF34 9LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF34 9LA, CF34 9HR, CF34 9HP, CF34 9HT, CF34 9JL, CF34 9HF, CF34 9HG, CF34 9HE, CF34 9HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF34 9LB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.1% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50% | 48.9% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 25.9% | 32.7% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 46% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 10% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 8.5% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 50.4% | 50.4% | 0.0% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 30% | 30.1% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 14.3% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4.1% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.2% | 21.3% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 9% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 15.2% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 5.7% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 19.9% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 28.9% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 98.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 99.6% 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% | 99.6% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 99.6% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.9% | 37.2% | 11.7% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maesteg Road was 53.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.4% higher than the Llangynwyd average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maesteg Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Llangynwyd and the 224th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17A Maesteg Road, Maesteg, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-10-21 | £164,126 |
| Cwmcerdyn Stores Maesteg Road, Maesteg, Bridgend Other, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2024-05-15 | £97,545 |
| 4 Maesteg Road, Maesteg, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-08-25 | £250,765 |
| Gadlys Villa Maesteg Road, Maesteg, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-12-16 | £353,044 |
| 14A Maesteg Road, Maesteg, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-12-16 | £184,669 |
CF34 9LB 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 | 67 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmfelin Primary School Maesteg Road , Cwmfelin CF34 9LD | - not rated | 424 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Garth Primary School Mission Road , Garth CF34 0ND | - not rated | 814 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llangynwyd Primary School Heol Cadrawd , Llangynwyd CF34 9TE | - not rated | 1,373 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 | 1,393 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Cynwyd Sant Pen-Yr-Ysgol , Maesteg CF34 9YE | - not rated | 1,417 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 | 75 yd | |
| Maesteg Celtic Ltd | Maesteg Celtic Athletic Social Club Bridgend Road, Garth | 609 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Inn (Maesteg) Ltd | The Cross Inn Maesteg Road, Cwmfelin | 1 yd | |
| The Garth Inn | Garth Inn, 140 Bridgend Road, Garth | 609 yd | |
| The Red Cow | Red Cow Alma Road | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moon House | 21 Bethania Street | 1,042 yd | |
| The Red & Hot | 4 Caerau Road, Caerau | 1,071 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 | 71.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.