Amherst Crescent is in Barry and in Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF62 5UP is located in the Baruc 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 Amherst Crescent, Barry, CF62 5UP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF62 5UX, CF62 5TY, CF62 5UL, CF62 5UT, CF62 5UY, CF62 5UW, CF62 5UF, CF62 5XA, CF62 5UQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF62 5UP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 53.4% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 47.7% | 46.6% | -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 | 48.3% | 41.2% | -7.1% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.7% | 38.8% | 9.1% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 1.6% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 13.7% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46% | 46.6% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 37.9% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 10.8% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 9% | 4.1% | -4.9% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 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 | 20.4% | 14.6% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 9.9% | -9.8% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 19.4% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 24.9% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 27.7% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96% | 95% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 96.2% | 94.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 94.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.2% | 76.7% | 2.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63% | 37.2% | 25.8% |
| Christian | 29.4% | 46.2% | -16.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Amherst Crescent was 11.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.4% lower than the Baruc average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Amherst Crescent has the 5th lowest crime rate of 104 local areas in Baruc and the 27th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Amherst Crescent, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-03-01 | £202,785 |
| 17C Amherst Crescent, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-07-08 | £103,839 |
| 9 Amherst Crescent, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-12-07 | £211,254 |
| 3 Amherst Crescent, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £180,500 | 2020-02-21 | £239,590 |
| 2 Amherst Crescent, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2019-11-08 | £317,091 |
CF62 5UP 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 | 103 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barry Island Primary Clive Road , Barry Island CF62 5UZ | - not rated | 98 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| High Street Primary School St Paul's Avenue , Barry CF62 8HT | - not rated | 1,129 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Sant Baruc St Paul's Avenue , CF62 8HT | - not rated | 1,129 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Sant Curig College Road , CF62 8HQ | - not rated | 1,451 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gladstone Primary School Gladstone Road , CF62 8NA | - not rated | 1,458 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carousel Crepes | Barry Island Pleasure Park Friars Road | 273 yd | |
| The Beach Hut | Barry Island Pleasure Park Friars Road | 273 yd | |
| Romys Cafe | Romy's Cafe And Bar, 8, Esplanade Buildings Friars Road | 492 yd | |
| Whitmore & Jackson | Esplanade Buildings Friars Road | 492 yd | |
| Johns Cafe & Restaurant | Johns Cafe, 12, Esplanade Buildings Friars Road | 492 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barry Island Sports & Social Club | Barry Island Sports And Social Club, 11 Redbrink Crescent | 338 yd | |
| Finnegan's Inn | Finnegans Inn, 5 - 8 Station Approach Road | 453 yd | |
| The Bier Keller | Carousel Amusement Centre, 3 - 4 Paget Road | 630 yd | |
| Barry Yacht Club | Barry Yacht Club Dock Road | 688 yd | |
| Compass Kitchen | Barry Yacht Club Dock Road | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finnegans Fish Bar | 1 Station Approach Road | 457 yd | |
| Sea View Fish Bar | Sea View Fish Bar, 2, Esplanade Buildings Friars Road | 492 yd | |
| Koi Nooshi | Unit F Neptune Road | 498 yd | |
| Greggs | Shop 3, 1 Paget Road | 561 yd | |
| Andrea’s Fish and Chips | 3, Western Shelter Paget Road | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket | Wm Morrison Supermarkets Plc Heol Ceiniog | 940 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 | 78.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.