Sker Walk is in Porthcawl and in Ogwr district. CF36 3RA is located in the Rest Bay electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sker Walk, Porthcawl, CF36 3RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF36 3RL, CF36 3RR, CF36 3QL, CF36 3QW, CF36 3QJ, CF36 3PA, CF36 3PB, CF36 3QE, CF36 3QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF36 3RA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.9% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.1% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 24.6% | 31.5% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 50.8% | -10.0% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 7.3% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 9.2% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.5% | 52.4% | -1.1% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 32.2% | 4.0% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 10.4% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 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.
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 45.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.1% | 12% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 7% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 14% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.5% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.3% | 45.3% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 11.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.2% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| White | 100% | 99.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98.1% | 97.8% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 97.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 76.7% | 14.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 48.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sker Walk was 19.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.4% higher than the Nottage average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sker Walk has the 15th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Nottage and the 77th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Sker Walk, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £296,500 | 2024-12-16 | £307,351 |
| 8 Sker Walk, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-10-31 | £333,547 |
| 24 Sker Walk, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-08-09 | £353,044 |
| 36 Sker Walk, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-07-15 | £342,998 |
| 10 Sker Walk, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2023-11-15 | £332,317 |
CF36 3RA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
CF36 3RA 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Park Primary School West Road , Nottage CF36 3SN | - not rated | 539 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Nottage Primary School Suffolk Place , Porthcawl CF36 3ED | - not rated | 1,143 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porthcawl Comprehensive School 52 Park Avenue , Porthcawl CF36 3ES | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porthcawl Primary School Meadow Lane , CF36 5EY | - not rated | 1,850 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newton Primary School New Road , Porthcawl CF36 5BL | - not rated | 1,930 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 Seagull Hotel | The Seagull Sandpiper Road, Nottage | 255 yd | |
| Rose and Crown | The Rose And Crown Heol-y-capel, Nottage | 783 yd | |
| Cal's | 30 Suffolk Close | 976 yd | |
| Royal Porthcawl Golf Clubhouse | Royal Porthcawl Golf Club | 1,014 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan Inn | Swan Inn West Road, Nottage | 777 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales Court Bowling Club | Penylan Lodge Penylan Avenue | 957 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.