Bedford Rise is in Boverton, Llantwit Major and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF61 2UN is located in the Llantwit Major electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vale of Glamorgan. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bedford Rise, Boverton, Llantwit Major, CF61 2UN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF61 2UP, CF61 2US, CF61 2UR, CF61 1YD, CF61 2LQ, CF61 2LS, CF61 2LP, CF61 2LN, CF61 1YB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF61 2UN 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 | 51.7% | 50.4% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.6% | 1.3% | 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 | 30% | 33% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 40.6% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 14.2% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 10.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.7%) 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 | 40.9% | 35.6% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -12.8% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 35.1% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 15% | 21.8% | 6.8% | 12.7% | 9.1% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 6.2% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
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 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 20.2% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 12.1% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 15.7% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 6.6% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 20.2% | 11.2% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 22.7% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 95.5% | 95.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 95.6% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.4% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.3% | 37.2% | 12.1% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bedford Rise was 25.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.8% lower than the Llantwit Major average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bedford Rise has the 18th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Llantwit Major and the 120th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Bedford Rise, Llantwit Major, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2025-04-04 | £161,866 |
| 2 Bedford Rise, Llantwit Major, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-01-10 | £215,822 |
| 30 Bedford Rise, Llantwit Major, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-02-16 | £175,662 |
| 2 Bedford Rise, Llantwit Major, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-05-25 | £195,235 |
| 56 Bedford Rise, Llantwit Major, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2019-05-20 | £167,309 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CF61 2UN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llantwit Major School Ham Lane East , CF61 1TQ | - not rated | 432 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Illtyd Primary School Station Road , CF61 1ST | - not rated | 800 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanfair C.P. School The Herberts , St Mary Church CF71 7LT | - not rated | 4,292 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Athan Primary School Rock Road , St Athan CF62 4PG | - not rated | 4,834 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Unwind (Llantwit Cafe Ltd) | Cafe Unwind, 15 Boverton Road | 734 yd | |
| Coast Cafe & Coffee Shop | Coast Coffee, 10 Pound Field | 747 yd | |
| Jaipur Indian Restaurant | Jaipur Indian Restaurant, Compton House East Street | 885 yd | |
| Acorn Cafe | Acorn Camping And Caravanning Ham Lane South | 906 yd | |
| The Cwtch | Street Record East Street | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLANTWIT MAJOR RFC | Llantwit Major Rugby Football Club Boverton Road | 728 yd | |
| White Lion | White Lion Hotel East Street | 885 yd | |
| Kings Head Hotel | Kings Head Hotel East Street | 885 yd | |
| The Old Swan Inn | Old Swan Inn Church Street | 1,022 yd | |
| Tudor Tavern | Tudor Tavern Church Street | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farnhams Fish & Chips | Farnhams Fish And Chips, 4 Boverton Brook Shops, Boverton | 690 yd | |
| Mayfar Chinese Takeaway | May Far Chinese Takeaway, Cheung Yee House, 11 Boverton Road | 728 yd | |
| Big Sams Fish and Chips | Unit 3, 13 Boverton Road | 730 yd | |
| Lubnas | Lubanas Indian Takeaway, 5 Pound Field | 747 yd | |
| Rogers Takeaway | Rogers Take Away, 7 Pound Field | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filco Foods | Filco Foods, 19 Boverton Road | 728 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | Co-op, The Precinct Boverton Road | 781 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 35.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.