Pontypridd Road is in Barry and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF62 7LU is located in the Illtyd 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 Pontypridd Road, Barry, CF62 7LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF62 7LX, CF62 7LY, CF62 7HA, CF62 6FP, CF62 7TE, CF62 6LH, CF62 7LG, CF62 7HB, CF62 7NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF62 7LU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 50.2% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49.8% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 7LU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67% 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 | 22.1% | 19.4% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.4% | 67% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 22.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 4.8% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 4.8% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 51.4% | 47% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 37.1% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 11.7% | 2.6% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.1% | 15.1% | 3.0% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 5.9% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 15.9% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 3.3% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.4% | 14.4% | -3.0% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.7% | 42.8% | 10.1% | 33.8% | 9.0% |
| Other | 5% | 2.6% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.5% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.6% | 96.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 96.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.6% | 76.7% | 17.9% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 3.8% | 13.5% | -9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pontypridd Road was 13.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.2% lower than the Dyfan average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Pontypridd Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Dyfan and the 54th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 121 Pontypridd Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2022-03-29 | £417,539 |
| 121 Pontypridd Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2015-12-15 | £315,976 |
| 127 Pontypridd Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2015-07-31 | £506,012 |
| 123 Pontypridd Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2014-06-06 | £323,027 |
| 123 Pontypridd Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2014-06-06 | £323,027 |
CF62 7LU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF62 7LU 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%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 575 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whitmore High School Port Road West , CF62 8ZJ | - not rated | 1,220 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Sant Curig College Road , CF62 8HQ | - not rated | 1,435 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| High Street Primary School St Paul's Avenue , Barry CF62 8HT | - not rated | 1,464 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Sant Baruc St Paul's Avenue , CF62 8HT | - not rated | 1,464 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Wales Fire Service | Barry Fire Station Port Road West | 340 yd | |
| Travel Lodge Cardiff Airport | Travelodge Port Road West | 641 yd | |
| CF10 Canteens | Barry College Colcot Road | 898 yd | |
| CF10 Shop | Barry College Colcot Road | 898 yd | |
| Park Hotel | The Park Park Crescent | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwm Talwg | The Cwm Talwg Plas Cleddau | 501 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Toby Carvery Port Road West | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chopsticks | Chopsticks, Shop 9 Plas Cleddau | 501 yd | |
| Pizza Perfection | 2 Plas Cleddau | 501 yd | |
| Harveys | Harveys Fish And Chip Shop, 2 Vale Street | 972 yd | |
| Irene's Supper Bar | Irene's Supper Bar, 19 Park Crescent | 1,034 yd | |
| Academy@Junction | Street Record Hood Road | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-operative Food Pontypridd Road | 641 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 39 - 40 Park Crescent | 892 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 1 Colcot Road | 1,054 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.