Doddridge Way is in Porthcawl and in Bridgend district. CF36 3EU 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 Doddridge Way, Porthcawl, CF36 3EU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF36 3EY, CF36 3HA, CF36 3ET, CF36 3BX, CF36 3ER, CF36 3LS, CF36 3BJ, CF36 3HS, CF36 3AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF36 3EU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 50.8% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.2% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF36 3EU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19% | 23.5% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 56.2% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 12.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.8% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 6.4% | -6.4% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 52% | 46.4% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 36.3% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 11.5% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 4.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
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 48%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.1% | 12.2% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 9.1% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.6% | 10.2% | 3.6% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 15.4% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.9% | 48% | 0.1% | 33.8% | 14.2% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.6% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 96.9% | 97.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 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 | 96.1% | 97.3% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 76.7% | 14.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Doddridge Way was 18.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.1% higher than the Nottage average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Doddridge Way has the 14th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Nottage and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wetherall, 2 Doddridge Way, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2025-01-17 | £360,355 |
| 1 Doddridge Way, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £296,000 | 2016-11-22 | £507,365 |
| Wetherall, 2 Doddridge Way, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2015-03-31 | £424,414 |
| 1 Doddridge Way, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2014-10-24 | £458,333 |
| 1 Doddridge Way, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2001-08-24 | £562,365 |
CF36 3EU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF36 3EU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porthcawl Comprehensive School 52 Park Avenue , Porthcawl CF36 3ES | - not rated | 182 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Nottage Primary School Suffolk Place , Porthcawl CF36 3ED | - not rated | 616 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newton Primary School New Road , Porthcawl CF36 5BL | - not rated | 1,465 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Park Primary School West Road , Nottage CF36 3SN | - not rated | 1,480 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porthcawl Primary School Meadow Lane , CF36 5EY | - not rated | 1,777 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 ATLANTIC HOTEL | Atlantic Hotel, 6 West Drive | 349 yd | |
| Grand Pavilion Cafe | Grand Pavilion Esplanade | 518 yd | |
| The Sidewalk Cafe | Sidewalk Cafe, 4, Gwendoline Court Lias Road | 568 yd | |
| Dancing Turtle Coffee Shop | 15 Well Street | 614 yd | |
| Isabella's | 9 - 10 Well Street | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| This is Beer | 9 Lias Road | 601 yd | |
| The Rock Inn | Rock Inn, 98 John Street | 647 yd | |
| Fulgoni's | Fulgonis, 83 John Street | 647 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales Court Bowling Club | Penylan Lodge Penylan Avenue | 654 yd | |
| THE SEAHORSE PORTHCAWL | Seahorse Inn, 17 South Road | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booth's Cafe Bar | Kiosk 2 Esplanade | 517 yd | |
| Piccolo Bar | Kiosk 1 Esplanade | 518 yd | |
| The Green Olive | 79B John Street | 651 yd | |
| Cheeky Chilli | 9 John Street | 656 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 The Portway | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food Lias Road | 568 yd | |
| Spar | 66 - 68 John Street | 595 yd | |
| One Stop | Unit 3 To 5, Esplanade House Esplanade | 636 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.