Oakwood is in Maesteg and in Bridgend district. CF34 9UD is located in the Maesteg West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakwood, Maesteg, CF34 9UD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF34 9UB, CF34 9HZ, CF34 9EY, CF34 9HA, CF34 9HD, CF34 9EU, CF34 9HF, CF34 0NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF34 9UD has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 50.2% | 47.9% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 49.8% | 52.1% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 43.3% | 41.8% | -1.5% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.7% | 38.1% | 2.4% | 44.2% | -6.1% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 12.4% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 6.2% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 (68.6%) 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 | 43.1% | 42.7% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 25.9% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 15.9% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 9.4% | 11.3% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 7.3% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 4.2% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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.
In the area around CF34 9UD this area, 34.5% 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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.4% | 34.5% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 16.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.8% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 4.6% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 12.9% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 21.1% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.3% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 99.2% | 96.6% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 96.6% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.4% | 76.7% | -2.3% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55% | 37.2% | 17.8% |
| Christian | 37% | 46.2% | -9.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakwood was 41.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.5% lower than the Maesteg East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oakwood has the 7th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Maesteg East and the 195th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 141 Oakwood, Maesteg, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £44,000 | 2021-06-23 | £50,279 |
| 164 Oakwood, Maesteg, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2020-11-17 | £75,776 |
| 141 Oakwood, Maesteg, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £62,000 | 2011-05-23 | £101,103 |
| 149 Oakwood, Maesteg, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £13,640 | 2002-10-24 | £48,281 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garth Primary School Mission Road , Garth CF34 0ND | - not rated | 565 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmfelin Primary School Maesteg Road , Cwmfelin CF34 9LD | - not rated | 889 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 | 906 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Cynwyd Sant Pen-Yr-Ysgol , Maesteg CF34 9YE | - not rated | 1,115 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesteg School Ffordd Dysgu , CF34 0LQ | - not rated | 1,251 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maesteg Celtic Ltd | Maesteg Celtic Athletic Social Club Bridgend Road, Garth | 328 yd | |
| Little Stars Daycare | Preswylfod Jenkins Terrace, Cwmfelin | 528 yd | |
| Aly's Weighbridge | The Weighbridge Cafe, 3A Oakwood Drive | 667 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Garth Inn | Garth Inn, 140 Bridgend Road, Garth | 328 yd | |
| Cross Inn (Maesteg) Ltd | The Cross Inn Maesteg Road, Cwmfelin | 570 yd | |
| The Red Cow | Red Cow Alma Road | 767 yd | |
| The New Coytrahen Arms | The New Coytrahen Arms Bethania Street | 872 yd | |
| Maesteg Squash Sports and Social Club | Maesteg Sports And Social Club Bridgend Road, Garth | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moon House | 21 Bethania Street | 491 yd | |
| New City | 251 Bridgend Road, Garth | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katko Mini Market | 8 - 9 Bethania Street | 860 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 | 59.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.