St Mary Close is in Pencoed, Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF35 5LL is located in the Pencoed and Penprysg electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Mary Close, Pencoed, Bridgend, CF35 5LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF35 5LN, CF35 5LJ, CF35 5LX, CF35 5LQ, CF35 5LW, CF35 5LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF35 5LL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 48.7% | 54% | 5.3% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 51.3% | 46% | -5.3% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 | 36.8% | 31.4% | -5.4% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 50.9% | 3.1% | 44.2% | 6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 8.7% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 59.8% | 54.9% | -4.9% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 26.2% | 26.1% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -7.5% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 13.9% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 13.6% | 14.4% | 0.8% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 7.2% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 14.9% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 17.8% | 1.4% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.7% | 38.7% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 4.9% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.5% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 97.8% | 95.9% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 95.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.4% | 37.2% | 21.2% |
| Christian | 35.1% | 46.2% | -11.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Mary Close was 101.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.6% higher than the Pencoed and Penprysg average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Mary Close has the 9th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Pencoed and Penprysg and the 109th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% 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 St Mary Close, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2024-07-09 | £263,334 |
| 1 St Mary Close, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-04-12 | £460,472 |
| 3 St Mary Close, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-10-12 | £299,945 |
| 5 St Mary Close, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-10-15 | £262,495 |
| 1 St Mary Close, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2019-10-23 | £474,162 |
CF35 5LL 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 | 166 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Other | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 28 |
| Education | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Other | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croesty Primary School Coychurch Road , Pencoed CF35 5LY | - not rated | 722 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pencoed Comprehensive School Coychurch Road , Pencoed CF35 5LZ | - not rated | 786 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coychurch (Llangrallo) Primary School Main Road , Coychurch CF35 5HN | - not rated | 1,711 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coity Primary School Ffordd yr Hebog , Parc Derwen CF35 6DH | - not rated | 3,437 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archdeacon John Lewis C.I.W. Primary School , Brackla Way CF31 2JS | - not rated | 3,574 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd Pencoed Business Park, Pencoed | 669 yd | |
| Starbucks | Starbucks Pencoed Business Park, Pencoed | 669 yd | |
| Sony Pencoed Canteen | Pencoed Technology Centre Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Table Table | Pantruthyn Farm, Pencoed Business Park | 669 yd | |
| Pencoed Rugby Football Club | The Grange, 5 Felindre Road, Pencoed | 1,084 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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.