Thistle Close is in Barry and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF62 7JP is located in the Illtyd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vale of Glamorgan. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thistle Close, Barry, CF62 7JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF62 7JR, CF62 7JQ, CF62 7JN, CF62 7XL, CF62 8JA, CF62 7LJ, CF62 7QU, CF62 8HZ, CF62 8JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF62 7JP has a slightly higher male population, with 53% 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% | 47% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 50.3% | 53% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF62 7JP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.4% | 27.6% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.1% | 58.4% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 7.2% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 5.2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 49% | 49.8% | 0.8% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 34.8% | -2.7% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 10.8% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 4.3% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 15.1% | 14.5% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 10.1% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.4% | 13.7% | -9.7% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 22.2% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 33.1% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.4% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.7% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 97.8% | 98.7% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 98.7% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 76.7% | 16.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.1% | 37.2% | 5.9% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thistle Close was 69.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.6% higher than the Dyfan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thistle Close has the 4th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Dyfan and the 152nd highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.7%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Thistle Close, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-12-18 | £214,084 |
| 34 Thistle Close, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £280,250 | 2024-06-28 | £291,268 |
| 3 Thistle Close, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-02-20 | £296,732 |
| 18 Thistle Close, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £238,500 | 2021-06-25 | £294,785 |
| 30 Thistle Close, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2020-12-01 | £345,092 |
CF62 7JP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints C.I.W. Primary School Plas Cleddau (Off Severn Road) , Cwm Talwg CF62 7FG | - not rated | 422 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whitmore High School Port Road West , CF62 8ZJ | - not rated | 554 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Sant Curig College Road , CF62 8HQ | - not rated | 973 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gladstone Primary School Gladstone Road , CF62 8NA | - not rated | 1,196 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| High Street Primary School St Paul's Avenue , Barry CF62 8HT | - not rated | 1,202 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CF10 Canteens | Barry College Colcot Road | 188 yd | |
| CF10 Shop | Barry College Colcot Road | 188 yd | |
| Aroma Coffee Outlet | Barry Hospital Colcot Road | 480 yd | |
| Woodlands Day Service | Hen Goleg College Fields Close | 712 yd | |
| South Wales Fire Service | Barry Fire Station Port Road West | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwm Talwg | The Cwm Talwg Plas Cleddau | 304 yd | |
| Cherry Orchard | The Cherry Orchard Buttrills Road | 754 yd | |
| The Colcot Arms | Colcot Arms Hotel Colcot Road | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chopsticks | Chopsticks, Shop 9 Plas Cleddau | 304 yd | |
| Pizza Perfection | 2 Plas Cleddau | 304 yd | |
| Superpower Living | Y Rhosyn Highlight Lane | 1,030 yd | |
| G9 Fish Bar | G9 Fish Bar, 3 Winston Road | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 1 Colcot Road | 393 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stirling Road | 650 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 | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 185.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 28.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.