CF36 5SR is in Danygraig, Porthcawl and Bridgend district. CF36 5SR is located in the Newton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bridgend. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Danygraig, Porthcawl, CF36 5SR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF36 5RA, CF36 5RE, CF36 5RD, CF36 5RB, CF36 5RF, CF36 5RH, CF36 5RG, CF36 5AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF36 5SR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 51.6% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 45.9% | 48.4% | 2.5% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 21.7% | 24.3% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.6% | 41.7% | 7.1% | 44.2% | -2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 14% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 25.9% | 16.3% | -9.6% | 6.1% | 10.2% |
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 (59.2%) 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 | 23.4% | 29.9% | 6.5% | 48.4% | -18.5% |
| Good health | 24.9% | 29.3% | 4.4% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 30% | 24.5% | -5.5% | 12.7% | 11.8% |
| Bad health | 14.4% | 10.1% | -4.3% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 7.2% | 6.3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 5.1% |
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.
In the area around CF36 5SR this area, 35.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49.2% | 35.8% | -13.4% | 18.2% | 17.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 8.6% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.7% | 10.9% | 1.2% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.9% | 12.9% | 8.0% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 20.5% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.9% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 96.4% | 97.6% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 97.6% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.9% | 76.7% | -9.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 32.2% | 13.5% | 18.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around CF36 5SR was 108.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 153.3% higher than the Newton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
CF36 5SR has the 6th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Newton and the 96th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Bridgend .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 95.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 329.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danygraig Respite Care Centre, Porthcawl, Bridgend Other, an established residential building | £2,500,000 | 2016-08-24 | £3,694,904 |
CF36 5SR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF36 5SR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 127 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Clare's School Newton , Newton CF36 5NR | - not rated | 684 yd | Welsh establishment | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Porthcawl Primary School Meadow Lane , CF36 5EY | - not rated | 1,562 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Newton Primary School New Road , Porthcawl CF36 5BL | - not rated | 1,927 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| West Park Primary School West Road , Nottage CF36 3SN | - not rated | 2,646 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Nottage Primary School Suffolk Place , Porthcawl CF36 3ED | - not rated | 2,773 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Briton | The Ancient Briton Clevis Hill, Newton | 813 yd | |
| ONE UN WALES | 1, Lewis Buildings Newton Nottage Road, Newton | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Sailor | Jolly Sailor Inn, 1 Church Street, Newton | 774 yd | |
| The Globe Inn | The Globe Inn, 2 Bridgend Road, Newton | 877 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.