Castle Road is in Rhoose, Barry and in Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF62 3EW is located in the Rhoose 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 Castle Road, Rhoose, Barry, CF62 3EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF62 3EU, CF62 3EX, CF62 3ES, CF62 3HA, CF62 3AU, CF62 3EP, CF62 3FJ, CF62 3EY, CF62 3ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF62 3EW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 50.4% | 48.9% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 49.6% | 51.1% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 37.2% | 35.7% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 37.7% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 14% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 10% | 10.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.8% | 36.6% | -8.2% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 36.6% | 5.9% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 16% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 7.6% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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.
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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.2% | 19.3% | -4.9% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 13.5% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 19.8% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6.3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 15.5% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 21.3% | -1.2% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 5.6% | 4.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 95.7% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 98.5% | 97% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.9% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.3% | 37.2% | 11.1% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Road was 91.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.5% higher than the Llantwit Major average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castle Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Llantwit Major and the 105th highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 140.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Castle Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-05-07 | £192,415 |
| 68 Castle Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2023-08-04 | £142,412 |
| 64 Castle Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2020-08-28 | £143,255 |
| 58 Castle Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Other, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2020-05-20 | £100,720 |
| 36 Castle Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2018-11-16 | £179,441 |
CF62 3EW 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhws Primary School Fontygary Road , Rhoose CF62 3DS | - not rated | 363 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llancarfan C.P. School Llancarfan , Bonvilston CF62 3AD | - not rated | 4,496 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| All Saints C.I.W. Primary School Plas Cleddau (Off Severn Road) , Cwm Talwg CF62 7FG | - not rated | 4,840 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Athan Primary School Rock Road , St Athan CF62 4PG | - not rated | 5,112 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| High Street Primary School St Paul's Avenue , Barry CF62 8HT | - not rated | 5,370 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhoose & District Social Club | Rhoose And District Social Club Fontygary Road | 261 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Star | 17 Fontygary Road | 261 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express Fontygary Road | 747 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.