Fairfax Crescent is in Porthcawl and in Ogwr district. CF36 3EN is located in the Porthcawl West Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fairfax Crescent, Porthcawl, CF36 3EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF36 3EW, CF36 3EL, CF36 3EP, CF36 3EH, CF36 3HN, CF36 3EA, CF36 3EG, CF36 3HE, CF36 3EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF36 3EN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 50.4% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 46% | 49.6% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 26.6% | 27.8% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 48.8% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 12.2% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 7.3% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 50.7% | 52.7% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 4.3% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 28% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 11.5% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 6.2% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 18.7% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 6.9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 9.9% | -7.7% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 6.4% | -1.3% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 17.2% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.5% | 38.4% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| 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 | 98.9% | 97.1% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98% 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% | 98% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 98% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.3% | 37.2% | 9.1% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairfax Crescent was 73.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 358.2% higher than the Nottage average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fairfax Crescent has the 5th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Nottage and the 168th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Fairfax Crescent, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2021-12-09 | £369,640 |
| 4 Fairfax Crescent, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-10-15 | £421,212 |
| 14 Fairfax Crescent, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2020-11-06 | £330,401 |
| 3 Fairfax Crescent, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2020-10-19 | £365,706 |
| 4 Fairfax Crescent, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £271,000 | 2019-12-10 | £396,185 |
CF36 3EN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 71 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porthcawl Comprehensive School 52 Park Avenue , Porthcawl CF36 3ES | - not rated | 202 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Nottage Primary School Suffolk Place , Porthcawl CF36 3ED | - not rated | 278 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newton Primary School New Road , Porthcawl CF36 5BL | - not rated | 1,139 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Park Primary School West Road , Nottage CF36 3SN | - not rated | 1,235 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porthcawl Primary School Meadow Lane , CF36 5EY | - not rated | 1,424 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 | 340 yd | |
| Royal Oak | The Royal Oak South Road | 394 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 67 John Street | 438 yd | |
| Cal's | 30 Suffolk Close | 445 yd | |
| THE ATLANTIC HOTEL | Atlantic Hotel, 6 West Drive | 517 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rock Inn | Rock Inn, 98 John Street | 372 yd | |
| Fulgoni's | Fulgonis, 83 John Street | 372 yd | |
| This is Beer | 9 Lias Road | 382 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales Court Bowling Club | Penylan Lodge Penylan Avenue | 386 yd | |
| THE SEAHORSE PORTHCAWL | Seahorse Inn, 17 South Road | 394 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Olive | 79B John Street | 438 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 The Portway | 466 yd | |
| Cheeky Chilli | 9 John Street | 523 yd | |
| Piccolo Bar | Kiosk 1 Esplanade | 535 yd | |
| Weird Doh Pizza Co | 9 - 15 New Road | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food Lias Road | 340 yd | |
| Spar | 66 - 68 John Street | 425 yd | |
| One Stop | Unit 3 To 5, Esplanade House Esplanade | 590 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 | 4.5% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.48 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.48 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 26 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.