Heol Y Groes is in Pencoed, Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF35 5PE is located in the Pencoed and Penprysg electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heol Y Groes, Pencoed, Bridgend, CF35 5PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF35 5PG, CF35 5PW, CF35 5PS, CF35 5PP, CF35 5PR, CF35 5PL, CF35 5PF, CF35 5PD, CF35 5PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF35 5PE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 45.9% | 48.7% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 54.1% | 51.3% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 34% | 34.3% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.4% | 40.3% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -3.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11% | 14.2% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 9.3% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.2% | 41.8% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 25.3% | 33.4% | 8.1% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 21.5% | 17.9% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 12.8% | 4.5% | -8.3% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around CF35 5PE this area, 28.4% 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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.5% | 28.4% | -18.1% | 18.2% | 10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 9.6% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 17.7% | 5.6% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.4% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 16.6% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.4% | 21.4% | 14.0% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 6.4% | 1.8% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.4% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 96.5% | 95.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.5% | 76.7% | -4.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.3% | 37.2% | 23.1% |
| Christian | 33.4% | 46.2% | -12.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heol Y Groes was 101.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.0% higher than the Pencoed and Penprysg average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heol Y Groes has the 7th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Pencoed and Penprysg and the 105th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 67.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 75.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Heol Y Groes, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-01-06 | £190,776 |
| 22 Heol Y Groes, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-07-28 | £214,626 |
| R A O B Social Club Heol Y Groes, Bridgend, Bridgend Other, an established residential building | £660,000 | 2022-05-26 | £724,110 |
| Pencoed Police Office, 44 Heol Y Groes, Bridgend, Bridgend Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-05-11 | £131,656 |
| 32 Heol Y Groes, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-10-01 | £305,226 |
CF35 5PE 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pencoed Comprehensive School Coychurch Road , Pencoed CF35 5LZ | - not rated | 614 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Croesty Primary School Coychurch Road , Pencoed CF35 5LY | - not rated | 679 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coychurch (Llangrallo) Primary School Main Road , Coychurch CF35 5HN | - not rated | 2,920 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynnau Primary School William Street , Brynna, Llanharan CF72 9QJ | - not rated | 3,011 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dolau Primary Bridgend Road , Llanharan CF72 9RP | - not rated | 3,426 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crumbs! | 22 Penybont Road, Pencoed | 210 yd | |
| The Steak and Stamp | 13 Penybont Road, Pencoed | 250 yd | |
| Spiceland | 46 Penybont Road, Pencoed | 256 yd | |
| Lilo's | 2 - 4 The Square, Pencoed | 272 yd | |
| Posh Nosh | First Floor, 16 Coychurch Road, Pencoed | 286 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Penybont Arms | 11 Penybont Road, Pencoed | 242 yd | |
| Chatterton Arms | Chatterton Arms, 2 Hendre Road, Pencoed | 264 yd | |
| The Britannia Inn | The Britannia, 7 Hendre Road, Pencoed | 299 yd | |
| Pencoed Rugby Football Club | The Grange, 5 Felindre Road, Pencoed | 359 yd | |
| Pencoed Social Club | 37 Hendre Road, Pencoed | 553 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon House Takeaway | 32 Penybont Road, Pencoed | 227 yd | |
| Peppino's Pizza | 1 Penybont Road, Pencoed | 239 yd | |
| Ty Malabar | 8 - 10 Hendre Road, Pencoed | 258 yd | |
| Pencod Fish Bar | 16 Coychurch Road, Pencoed | 286 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 2, 15 Coychurch Road, Pencoed | 301 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Co Operative Retail Services Ltd Penybont Road, Pencoed | 225 yd | |
| Premier Pencoed Mini Market | 38 - 40 Penybont Road, Pencoed | 239 yd | |
| Tesco | 6 Coychurch Road, Pencoed | 267 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 | 91.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 35.7% |
| 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 | 77.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.65 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.93 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.