Nicholls Avenue is in Porthcawl and in Bridgend district. CF36 5LH 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 Nicholls Avenue, Porthcawl, CF36 5LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF36 5LL, CF36 5LS, CF36 5LY, CF36 5LR, CF36 5LW, CF36 5LN, CF36 5LT, CF36 5DD, CF36 5DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF36 5LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 50.2% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49.8% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 26.9% | 30.6% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.1% | 49.2% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 9.5% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 8.7% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.5% | 51.8% | 6.3% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 28.5% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 12% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 4.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 | 24.4% | 16.7% | -7.7% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 8.4% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 16.3% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.4% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 15.5% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 33.9% | 9.1% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.1% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 96.9% | 95.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 95.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.6% | 37.2% | 19.4% |
| Christian | 36.2% | 46.2% | -10.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nicholls Avenue was 22.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.0% lower than the Newton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Nicholls Avenue has the 7th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Newton and the 96th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 Nicholls Avenue, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-07-15 | £282,144 |
| Paige House Nicholls Avenue, Porthcawl, Bridgend Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-03-21 | £340,595 |
| 9 Nicholls Avenue, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-11-18 | £331,816 |
| 63 Nicholls Avenue, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2019-04-10 | £246,439 |
| 31 Nicholls Avenue, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2018-12-07 | £364,993 |
CF36 5LH 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Primary School New Road , Porthcawl CF36 5BL | - not rated | 370 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porthcawl Primary School Meadow Lane , CF36 5EY | - not rated | 641 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Nottage Primary School Suffolk Place , Porthcawl CF36 3ED | - not rated | 645 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porthcawl Comprehensive School 52 Park Avenue , Porthcawl CF36 3ES | - not rated | 973 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Park Primary School West Road , Nottage CF36 3SN | - not rated | 1,221 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 New Brogden | The New Brogden, 129 New Road | 119 yd | |
| Rising Moon | 81 New Road | 167 yd | |
| Tasty Grill | 4 Mackworth Road | 225 yd | |
| The greedy pig | 11 New Road | 304 yd | |
| Beales Fish Restaurant | 2 - 3 Eastern Promenade | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Hall | 62 New Road | 131 yd | |
| The General Picton | General Picton Hotel, 57 New Road | 167 yd | |
| Food to go | General Picton Hotel, 57 New Road | 167 yd | |
| United Services Club | Porthcawl United Services Club, 35 - 37 New Road | 304 yd | |
| Prince of Wales | Prince Of Wales, 10 New Road | 321 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panda House | 68 New Road | 110 yd | |
| Weird Doh Pizza Co | 9 - 15 New Road | 304 yd | |
| The Porthcawl Tandoori Takeaway | 1 Eastern Promenade | 309 yd | |
| The Cantonese Takeaway | Cantonese Take Away, 26 New Road | 321 yd | |
| Roger's Takeaway | 18 New Road | 321 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food Lias Road | 660 yd | |
| Spar | 66 - 68 John Street | 725 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 268 New Road | 919 yd | |
| One Stop | Unit 3 To 5, Esplanade House Esplanade | 930 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 | 87.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 36.4% |
| 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 | 77.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.09 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.09 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.04 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.