The Cross Keys is in Llantwit Major and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF61 1AB is located in the Llantwit Major electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vale of Glamorgan. This postcode has been in use since 2000-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Cross Keys, Llantwit Major, CF61 1AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF61 1YP, CF61 1RY, CF61 1RB, CF61 1AD, CF61 1XY, CF61 1SB, CF61 1UG, CF61 1SD, CF61 1UY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF61 1AB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 50.4% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.6% | -0.2% | 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 | 29% | 20% | -9.0% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 50.2% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4% | 2% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 11.7% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 15.1% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 9.0% |
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 (70.6%) 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 | 40.2% | 37.1% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 33.5% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 19.6% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 5.8% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 4% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.2% | 17.5% | 2.3% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 7.3% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 8.7% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 1% | -4.8% | 5.3% | -4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 15.5% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.9% | 46.1% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 12.3% |
| Other | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 99.6% | 95% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 90.4% | 96.4% | 6.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.6% | 0.9% | -2.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.4% | 96.9% | 6.5% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 0% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.3% | 37.2% | 12.1% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Cross Keys was 11.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.5% lower than the Llantwit Major average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Cross Keys has the 4th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Llantwit Major and the 31st lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 The Cross Keys, Llantwit Major, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £256,000 | 2025-09-22 | £256,000 |
| 5 The Cross Keys, Llantwit Major, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2024-08-21 | £167,009 |
| 8 The Cross Keys, Llantwit Major, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2023-03-02 | £139,103 |
| 7 The Cross Keys, Llantwit Major, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-10-15 | £213,604 |
| 3 The Cross Keys, Llantwit Major, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-09-30 | £253,027 |
CF61 1AB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 CF61 1AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Illtyd Primary School Station Road , CF61 1ST | - not rated | 259 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llantwit Major School Ham Lane East , CF61 1TQ | - not rated | 911 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanfair C.P. School The Herberts , St Mary Church CF71 7LT | - not rated | 4,974 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 Cwtch | Street Record East Street | 30 yd | |
| Cafe Velo | 3 Church Street | 101 yd | |
| Illtud's 216 | Prospect House Church Street | 101 yd | |
| Jaipur Indian Restaurant | Jaipur Indian Restaurant, Compton House East Street | 102 yd | |
| The Corner by SITI | Cornerhouse Commercial Street | 115 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Swan Inn | Old Swan Inn Church Street | 55 yd | |
| Tudor Tavern | Tudor Tavern Church Street | 85 yd | |
| White Lion | White Lion Hotel East Street | 102 yd | |
| Kings Head Hotel | Kings Head Hotel East Street | 102 yd | |
| The Old White Hart | Old White Hart Inn Wine Street | 142 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Street Bakery | 4 Church Street | 101 yd | |
| Major Kebab & Pizza House | Major Best Kebab East Street | 102 yd | |
| Lubnas | Lubanas Indian Takeaway, 5 Pound Field | 239 yd | |
| Rogers Takeaway | Rogers Take Away, 7 Pound Field | 239 yd | |
| Big Sams Fish and Chips | Unit 3, 13 Boverton Road | 242 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Co-op, The Precinct Boverton Road | 200 yd | |
| Filco Foods | Filco Foods, 19 Boverton Road | 244 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.