Gerddi'R Castell is in Coity, Bridgend and in Bridgend district. CF35 6GN is located in the Coity Higher electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 2018-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gerddi'r Castell, Coity, Bridgend, CF35 6GN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF35 6GS, CF35 6JT, CF35 6HQ, CF35 6GA, CF35 6GQ, CF31 2BX, CF35 6BY, CF31 2BN, CF35 6GP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF35 6GN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.3% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF35 6GN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 66.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.4% | 66.8% | 24.4% | 37.9% | 28.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 23.2% | -20.7% | 44.2% | -21.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 5% | -5.1% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (94.6%) 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 | 60.5% | 65.4% | 4.9% | 48.4% | 17.0% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 29.2% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 7.1% | 2.3% | -4.8% | 12.7% | -10.4% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 6GN this area, 2.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 56.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.6% | 2.3% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -15.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 4.6% | -12.1% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 11.9% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 21.9% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.8% | 56.2% | 22.4% | 33.8% | 22.4% |
| Other | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.6% | 98.1% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 90.8% | 94.3% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 3.8% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 94.6% | 4.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 69.5% | 37.2% | 32.3% |
| Christian | 24.3% | 46.2% | -21.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gerddi'R Castell was 81.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.8% higher than the Brackla East and Coychurch Lower average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gerddi'R Castell has the 12th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Brackla East and Coychurch Lower and the 150th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 137.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Gerddi'R Castell, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-08-22 | £224,964 |
| 5 Gerddi'R Castell, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-01-21 | £268,599 |
| 1 Gerddi'R Castell, Bridgend, Bridgend Detached, a newly built property | £277,395 | 2021-03-19 | £368,648 |
| 13 Gerddi'R Castell, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £179,995 | 2020-01-31 | £266,581 |
| 9 Gerddi'R Castell, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £179,495 | 2020-01-30 | £265,840 |
CF35 6GN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 161 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Retired | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 55 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Education | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 27 |
| Other | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coity Primary School Ffordd yr Hebog , Parc Derwen CF35 6DH | - not rated | 523 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archdeacon John Lewis C.I.W. Primary School , Brackla Way CF31 2JS | - not rated | 858 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Ogwr Princess Way , Brackla CF31 2LN | - not rated | 1,299 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School Oak Tree Way , Brackla CF31 2DN | - not rated | 1,440 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penybont Primary School Minerva Street , CF31 1TD | - not rated | 2,019 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 4 | Unit 5, Caitlyn's Business Park Heol Ffaldau, Brackla Industrial Estate | 384 yd | |
| Atlantic Plastics Ltd | Talis Uk Coytrahen Close, Brackla Industrial Estate | 657 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Six Bells Inn | Six Bells Inn, 120 Heol West Plas, Coity | 339 yd | |
| Brackla Snooker Club | Unit 18 Coytrahen Close, Brackla Industrial Estate | 657 yd | |
| Hunters Lodge | Hunters Lodge Church Acre, Brackla | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yummies | B, Unit 1 Garth Drive, Brackla Industrial Estate | 733 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.