Sandymeers is in Porthcawl and in Bridgend district. CF36 5LP 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 Sandymeers, Porthcawl, CF36 5LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF36 5LR, CF36 5DD, CF36 5HT, CF36 5HX, CF36 5LW, CF36 5DE, CF36 5LS, CF36 5LH, CF36 5LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF36 5LP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 55.6% | 49.2% | -6.4% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 44.4% | 50.8% | 6.4% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 40.5% | 36.2% | -4.3% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 39.2% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 14.7% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 (69.9%) 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 | 45% | 38.3% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 31.6% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 19% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 8.7% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 29.2% | 24.9% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 13.7% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 13% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.5% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 16.7% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 24.9% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.1% | 94.9% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 97.1% | 97.6% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 97.6% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.1% | 37.2% | 16.9% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandymeers was 119.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 178.0% higher than the Newton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sandymeers has the 5th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Newton and the 84th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sandymeers, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-05-19 | £300,546 |
| 11 Sandymeers, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2017-08-25 | £252,307 |
| 5 Sandymeers, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,500 | 2017-04-10 | £262,688 |
| 15 Sandymeers, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2016-11-18 | £245,112 |
| 2 Sandymeers, Porthcawl, Bridgend Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2015-10-12 | £320,556 |
CF36 5LP 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.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Other | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Primary School New Road , Porthcawl CF36 5BL | - not rated | 289 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porthcawl Primary School Meadow Lane , CF36 5EY | - not rated | 496 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Nottage Primary School Suffolk Place , Porthcawl CF36 3ED | - not rated | 771 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porthcawl Comprehensive School 52 Park Avenue , Porthcawl CF36 3ES | - not rated | 1,117 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Park Primary School West Road , Nottage CF36 3SN | - not rated | 1,237 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 | 104 yd | |
| Tasty Grill | 4 Mackworth Road | 170 yd | |
| Rising Moon | 81 New Road | 301 yd | |
| Porthcawl Bike Hire | Buccaneer Bar, Buccaneer Complex Mackworth Road | 445 yd | |
| The Hi-Tide Inn | Hi Tide Inn Mackworth Road | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Hall | 62 New Road | 230 yd | |
| The General Picton | General Picton Hotel, 57 New Road | 301 yd | |
| Food to go | General Picton Hotel, 57 New Road | 301 yd | |
| The Buccaneer Bar | Buccaneer Bar, Buccaneer Complex Mackworth Road | 445 yd | |
| United Services Club | Porthcawl United Services Club, 35 - 37 New Road | 448 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panda House | 68 New Road | 205 yd | |
| The Porthcawl Tandoori Takeaway | 1 Eastern Promenade | 439 yd | |
| Weird Doh Pizza Co | 9 - 15 New Road | 448 yd | |
| The Cantonese Takeaway | Cantonese Take Away, 26 New Road | 461 yd | |
| Roger's Takeaway | 18 New Road | 461 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 268 New Road | 789 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food Lias Road | 804 yd | |
| Spar | 66 - 68 John Street | 865 yd | |
| One Stop | Unit 3 To 5, Esplanade House Esplanade | 1,065 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 | 3.8% |
| 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 | 59.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.