Sycamore Avenue is in St Athan, Barry and in Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF62 4JW is located in the St Athan 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 Sycamore Avenue, St Athan, Barry, CF62 4JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF62 4JU, CF62 4JY, CF62 4JX, CF62 4JZ, CF62 4JT, CF62 4JR, CF62 4JS, CF62 4JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF62 4JW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 49.7% | 48.6% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 50.3% | 51.4% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 38.6% | 39.2% | 0.6% | 37.9% | 1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.2% | 45.2% | 1.0% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.3% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 9.9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 3.4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 55.4% | 44.1% | -11.3% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 33.2% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 16.3% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4.5% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 15.7% | 17.2% | 1.5% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 8.8% | -10.1% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 20.6% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 7.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.1% | 16% | -2.1% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 27.9% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 4.8% | 4.2% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.3% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 94.9% | 96.7% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 96.4% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.7% | 37.2% | 25.5% |
| Christian | 31.2% | 46.2% | -15.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sycamore Avenue was 77.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.4% higher than the Llantwit Major average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sycamore Avenue has the 13th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Llantwit Major and the 127th highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sycamore Avenue, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,500 | 2024-10-09 | £171,983 |
| 2 Sycamore Avenue, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-08-04 | £155,450 |
| 10 Sycamore Avenue, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2023-06-16 | £171,949 |
| 8 Sycamore Avenue, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2023-04-13 | £200,572 |
| 17 Sycamore Avenue, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-02-22 | £207,904 |
CF62 4JW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Athan Primary School Rock Road , St Athan CF62 4PG | - not rated | 2,048 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanfair C.P. School The Herberts , St Mary Church CF71 7LT | - not rated | 2,991 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llantwit Major School Ham Lane East , CF61 1TQ | - not rated | 3,811 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Illtyd Primary School Station Road , CF61 1ST | - not rated | 4,358 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llancarfan C.P. School Llancarfan , Bonvilston CF62 3AD | - not rated | 4,829 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Buck Club | Royal Air Force Cowbridge Road | 684 yd | |
| ESS Junior Ranks' Mess - West Camp | Barracks Llantwit Major Mess West Camp, Raf St Athan Cowbridge Road | 685 yd | |
| ESS Sergeants' Mess | Barracks Sergeants Mess West Camp, Raf St Athan Cowbridge Road | 685 yd | |
| The Gathering Place St. Athan Community Cafe | The Gathering Place Flemingston Road | 726 yd | |
| South Wales Air Museum SWAM Cafe (Hangar 872) | South Wales Aviation Museum, Picketston Site Bro Tathan North | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAF St. Athan Golf Club Ltd | Raf St Athan Golf Club Golf Club Lane | 965 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% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.