Taliesin Close is in Pencoed, Bridgend and in Ogwr district. CF35 6JR is located in the Pencoed and Penprysg electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Taliesin Close, Pencoed, Bridgend, CF35 6JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF35 6RD, CF35 6JN, CF35 6RF, CF35 6JL, CF35 6JH, CF35 6JW, CF35 6JJ, CF35 6JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF35 6JR 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 | 49.4% | 51.7% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.3% | -2.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.8% | 33.9% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 45.5% | -9.1% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 3.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 11.1% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 6.3% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 56.6% | 47% | -9.6% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 35.6% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 14% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 16.6% | 16.2% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 6.8% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 11.5% | -5.1% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 18.8% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.2% | 35.6% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.5% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 97.2% | 97.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.5% | 37.2% | 18.3% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Taliesin Close was 18.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.5% lower than the Pencoed and Penprysg average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Taliesin Close has the 7th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Pencoed and Penprysg and the 74th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Taliesin Close, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-07-10 | £243,418 |
| 8 Taliesin Close, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-12-11 | £164,766 |
| 13 Taliesin Close, Bridgend, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-08-14 | £245,065 |
| 9 Taliesin Close, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2023-07-20 | £190,096 |
| 9 Taliesin Close, Bridgend, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2023-07-20 | £62,234 |
CF35 6JR 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croesty Primary School Coychurch Road , Pencoed CF35 5LY | - not rated | 1,720 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pencoed Comprehensive School Coychurch Road , Pencoed CF35 5LZ | - not rated | 1,743 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coity Primary School Ffordd yr Hebog , Parc Derwen CF35 6DH | - not rated | 2,297 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coychurch (Llangrallo) Primary School Main Road , Coychurch CF35 5HN | - not rated | 2,498 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Archdeacon John Lewis C.I.W. Primary School , Brackla Way CF31 2JS | - not rated | 3,186 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sandwich Co | 6 Verland Court, Pencoed | 486 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leyshon's of Pencoed | 7 Min-y-nant, Pencoed | 1,070 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 | 42.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 59.58 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 59.58 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.36 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.