John Street is in Porthcawl and in Bridgend district. CF36 3DT is located in the Porthcawl East Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about John Street, Porthcawl, CF36 3DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF36 3DY, CF36 3HG, CF36 3DR, CF36 3AH, CF36 5TN, CF36 3EQ, CF36 3AY, CF36 3XB, CF36 5TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF36 3DT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 58.9% | 51.4% | -7.5% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 41.1% | 48.6% | 7.5% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 32.7% | 34.9% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.6% | 32% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -12.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 16.1% | 18.9% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 9.8% |
| Widowed | 19% | 11.7% | -7.3% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 (70.4%) 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 | 35.7% | 37.5% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 32.9% | 5.6% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 21.2% | 18.2% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 11.1% | 9.5% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 4.7% | 1.8% | -2.9% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 31.5% | 25.2% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 10.1% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 11.5% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 6.8% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 18.7% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 25.5% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.2% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 96% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98% | 96.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.8% | 13.5% | 12.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around John Street was 112.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 596.8% higher than the Nottage average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
John Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Nottage and the 91st highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 1 The Bank, 90 John Street, Porthcawl, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-06-04 | £192,911 |
| Apartment 1 The Bank, 90 John Street, Porthcawl, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2024-01-23 | £91,431 |
| Apartment 2 The Bank, 90 John Street, Porthcawl, Bridgend Other, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2023-10-16 | £76,720 |
| Flat 1 90 John Street, Porthcawl, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2023-10-13 | £190,179 |
| 124A John Street, Porthcawl, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-07-14 | £166,401 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CF36 3DT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottage Primary School Suffolk Place , Porthcawl CF36 3ED | - not rated | 443 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porthcawl Comprehensive School 52 Park Avenue , Porthcawl CF36 3ES | - not rated | 475 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newton Primary School New Road , Porthcawl CF36 5BL | - not rated | 819 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porthcawl Primary School Meadow Lane , CF36 5EY | - not rated | 1,190 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Park Primary School West Road , Nottage CF36 3SN | - not rated | 1,392 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 Sidewalk Cafe | Sidewalk Cafe, 4, Gwendoline Court Lias Road | 110 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 67 John Street | 129 yd | |
| Royal Oak | The Royal Oak South Road | 236 yd | |
| The greedy pig | 11 New Road | 246 yd | |
| Sarah's Snakk's | 27 - 29 John Street | 279 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rock Inn | Rock Inn, 98 John Street | 8 yd | |
| Fulgoni's | Fulgonis, 83 John Street | 8 yd | |
| This is Beer | 9 Lias Road | 112 yd | |
| THE SEAHORSE PORTHCAWL | Seahorse Inn, 17 South Road | 236 yd | |
| Prince of Wales | Prince Of Wales, 10 New Road | 238 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Olive | 79B John Street | 129 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 The Portway | 134 yd | |
| The Cantonese Takeaway | Cantonese Take Away, 26 New Road | 238 yd | |
| Roger's Takeaway | 18 New Road | 238 yd | |
| Finnegans at Station Hill | 16 New Road | 238 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food Lias Road | 110 yd | |
| Spar | 66 - 68 John Street | 193 yd | |
| One Stop | Unit 3 To 5, Esplanade House Esplanade | 421 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 | 45.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.