Pwll Y Waun is in Porthcawl and in Bridgend district. CF36 5HH 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 Pwll Y Waun, Porthcawl, CF36 5HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF36 5HL, CF36 5HN, CF36 5SE, CF36 5DJ, CF36 5HR, CF36 5SF, CF36 5EN, CF36 5HW, CF36 5BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF36 5HH has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.8% | 50% | -6.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 43.2% | 50% | 6.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 32.6% | 41.7% | 9.1% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30% | 26.1% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -18.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 21.5% | 17.8% | -3.7% | 9.1% | 8.7% |
| Widowed | 13.7% | 11.3% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.5%) 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 | 35.3% | 34.7% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -13.7% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 31.8% | 2.7% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 21.2% | 22.3% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 11% | 10.9% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 6.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.1% | 23.7% | -21.4% | 18.2% | 5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 11.6% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 17.7% | 5.3% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 10.8% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 5.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 14.2% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 19.4% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 99.3% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 99% | 97.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 97.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.2% | 37.2% | 18.0% |
| Christian | 33.6% | 46.2% | -12.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 10.8% | 6.0% | 4.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pwll Y Waun was 98.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 129.6% higher than the Newton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pwll Y Waun has the 9th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Newton and the 117th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Pwll Y Waun, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-12-05 | £181,500 |
| 53 Pwll Y Waun, Porthcawl, Bridgend Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £66,500 | 2020-02-13 | £89,980 |
| 38 Pwll Y Waun, Porthcawl, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-09-19 | £189,780 |
| 34 Pwll Y Waun, Porthcawl, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2015-06-30 | £167,232 |
| 69 Pwll Y Waun, Porthcawl, Bridgend Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2013-11-15 | £170,405 |
CF36 5HH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 61 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porthcawl Primary School Meadow Lane , CF36 5EY | - not rated | 124 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newton Primary School New Road , Porthcawl CF36 5BL | - not rated | 481 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Clare's School Newton , Newton CF36 5NR | - not rated | 1,101 yd | Welsh establishment | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottage Primary School Suffolk Place , Porthcawl CF36 3ED | - not rated | 1,293 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Park Primary School West Road , Nottage CF36 3SN | - not rated | 1,479 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Commercial Retail Unit 2 New Road Court, Newton | 491 yd | |
| Tasty Grill | 4 Mackworth Road | 551 yd | |
| The New Brogden | The New Brogden, 129 New Road | 604 yd | |
| ONE UN WALES | 1, Lewis Buildings Newton Nottage Road, Newton | 710 yd | |
| Porthcawl Bike Hire | Buccaneer Bar, Buccaneer Complex Mackworth Road | 805 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Globe Inn | The Globe Inn, 2 Bridgend Road, Newton | 676 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | 62 New Road | 740 yd | |
| The Buccaneer Bar | Buccaneer Bar, Buccaneer Complex Mackworth Road | 805 yd | |
| The General Picton | General Picton Hotel, 57 New Road | 829 yd | |
| Food to go | General Picton Hotel, 57 New Road | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Dragon | 271 New Road | 219 yd | |
| Panda House | 68 New Road | 718 yd | |
| Chips 2 Go | Morgan Buildings Mackworth Road | 895 yd | |
| The Porthcawl Tandoori Takeaway | 1 Eastern Promenade | 955 yd | |
| Mansels Chippy | Mansel's Eastern Promenade | 981 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 268 New Road | 362 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 | 33.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.58 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.58 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.25 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.