Port Road East is in Barry and in Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF62 9PY is located in the Dyfan 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 Port Road East, Barry, CF62 9PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF62 9PT, CF62 9US, CF62 9XJ, CF62 9UR, CF62 9UU, CF62 9QA, CF62 9UW, CF62 9XY, CF62 9SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF62 9PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 52.1% | 49.2% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50.8% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 42.9% | 37.1% | -5.8% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.6% | 46.5% | 8.9% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 8.2% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 46.7% | 49.1% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 29.3% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 16.4% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.1% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 28.6% | 20.7% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 10.2% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.3% | 15.9% | -7.4% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.7% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 17.1% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 28.9% | 14.6% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.6% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.9% | 94.8% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 99.7% | 97.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 97.2% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.6% | 37.2% | 15.4% |
| Christian | 36.9% | 46.2% | -9.3% |
| Not answered | 10.5% | 6.0% | 4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Port Road East was 24.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.7% lower than the Court average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Port Road East has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Court and the 112th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Port Road East, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £346,050 | 2024-10-18 | £353,203 |
| 53 Port Road East, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-03-11 | £220,067 |
| 67 Port Road East, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2024-01-12 | £413,044 |
| 47 Port Road East, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-01-16 | £279,192 |
| 79 Port Road East, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-12-09 | £267,268 |
CF62 9PY 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 | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colcot Primary School Florence Avenue , Barry CF62 9XH | - not rated | 558 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whitmore High School Port Road West , CF62 8ZJ | - not rated | 749 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Oakfield Primary School Amroth Court , Caldy Close CF62 9DU | - not rated | 1,166 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gwaun Y Nant Amroth Court , Caldy Close CF62 9DU | - not rated | 1,207 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pencoedtre High School Merthyr Dyfan Road , CF62 9YQ | - not rated | 1,265 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ruck | Barry Rugby Football Club Merthyr Dyfan Road | 722 yd | |
| Aroma Coffee Outlet | Barry Hospital Colcot Road | 795 yd | |
| Master Mariner | The Master Mariner Skomer Road | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colcot Arms | Colcot Arms Hotel Colcot Road | 376 yd | |
| Brynhill Golf Club | Brynhill Golf Club Little Brynhill Lane | 396 yd | |
| Barry Rugby Club | Barry Rugby Football Club Merthyr Dyfan Road | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| G9 Fish Bar | G9 Fish Bar, 3 Winston Road | 269 yd | |
| Golden Dragon Takeaway | Golden Dragon, 55 Winston Road | 304 yd | |
| Raj of Barry | Shah, 57 Winston Road | 304 yd | |
| Superpower Living | Y Rhosyn Highlight Lane | 697 yd | |
| Master Fryer | 3 - 4 Skomer Road | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stirling Road | 949 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 | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| 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 | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 146.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.