Golwg Y Coed is in Barry and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF63 1AD is located in the Cadoc electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vale of Glamorgan. This postcode has been in use since 2012-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Golwg Y Coed, Barry, CF63 1AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF63 1AF, CF63 1HH, CF63 1HG, CF63 1HF, CF63 1HJ, CF63 1HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF63 1AD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.9% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.1% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 CF63 1AD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 27.7% | 33.1% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 54% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 8.1% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
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 | 50.9% | 57.7% | 6.8% | 48.4% | 9.3% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 27.3% | -7.5% | 33.6% | -6.3% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 10.9% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 9.4% | 11.9% | 2.5% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 8.6% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 15% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 3.3% | -3.7% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 22.2% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 36.9% | 3.6% | 33.8% | 3.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.6% | 92.5% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.3% | 96% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 3.3% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 96% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.3% | 76.7% | 15.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Golwg Y Coed was 60.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.3% lower than the Cadoc average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Golwg Y Coed has the 13th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Cadoc and the 176th highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Golwg Y Coed, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2024-10-18 | £519,062 |
| 7 Golwg Y Coed, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £281,500 | 2022-07-08 | £296,662 |
| 47 Golwg Y Coed, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2022-05-23 | £555,724 |
| 7 Golwg Y Coed, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-09-23 | £295,610 |
| 41 Golwg Y Coed, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-09-10 | £410,057 |
CF63 1AD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 145 |
| Part-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pencoedtre High School Merthyr Dyfan Road , CF62 9YQ | - not rated | 462 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Colcot Primary School Florence Avenue , Barry CF62 9XH | - not rated | 1,161 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gwaun Y Nant Amroth Court , Caldy Close CF62 9DU | - not rated | 1,340 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Amroth Court , Caldy Close CF62 9DU | - not rated | 1,447 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cadoxton Community Primary Victoria Park Road , Barry CF63 2JS | - not rated | 1,695 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Mariner | The Master Mariner Skomer Road | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master pizza | 5 Skomer Road | 1,086 yd | |
| Master Fryer | 3 - 4 Skomer Road | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GmbH | Lidl Uk Gmbh Cennin Pedr | 699 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 222.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 31 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.