Solent Road is in Barry and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF63 2AB is located in the Cadoc 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 Solent Road, Barry, CF63 2AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF63 1DS, CF63 2AE, CF63 1DW, CF63 1NN, CF63 1DX, CF63 1DY, CF63 1ER, CF63 2AA, CF63 1DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF63 2AB 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 | 56.4% | 50.2% | -6.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 43.6% | 49.8% | 6.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.6% | 32.8% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 49.8% | 0.9% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.4% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 4% | 6.8% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 52.9% | 49.6% | -3.3% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 31.7% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 13.6% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 17% | 19.6% | 2.6% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 9.3% | -8.5% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 15.8% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.6% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 17.7% | 3.0% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 28.9% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.1% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 90.3% | 90.6% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 9.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 93.4% | 94.4% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 94.4% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.9% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.7% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.6% | 37.2% | 14.4% |
| Christian | 40.9% | 46.2% | -5.3% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Solent Road was 22.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.1% lower than the Cadoc average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Solent Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Cadoc and the 100th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Solent Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2021-09-24 | £204,562 |
| 17 Solent Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-08-10 | £180,035 |
| 12 Solent Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2017-04-28 | £208,592 |
| 5 Solent Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2016-12-02 | £238,734 |
| 6 Solent Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2015-04-02 | £208,665 |
| Full-Time Employee | 120 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 53 |
| Human health and social work activities | 43 |
| Education | 24 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Richard Gwyn R.C. High School Argae Lane , CF63 1BL | - not rated | 478 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Palmerston Primary School Pen-Y-Bryn , Cadoxton CF63 2XL | - not rated | 714 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cadoxton Community Primary Victoria Park Road , Barry CF63 2JS | - not rated | 915 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Jenner Park Primary Hannah Street , Barry CF63 1DG | - not rated | 1,522 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pencoedtre High School Merthyr Dyfan Road , CF62 9YQ | - not rated | 1,561 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mel's Cafe | The Business Centre Priority Business Park | 915 yd | |
| Mint Room Barry | Mint Room, 98 Main Street | 957 yd | |
| Just Perfect Catering At Dow Corning Ltd | Dow Corning Cardiff Road | 965 yd | |
| The Real Junk Food Cafe | Victoria Park Community Centre Church Road | 970 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Ty Verlon Industrial Estate | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenbrook Inn | Glenbrook Inn Dobbins Road | 277 yd | |
| St Andrews Major Golf Club | St Andrews Major Golf Club Argae Lane | 675 yd | |
| King William | King William Iv Bridge Street | 800 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Star | Golden Star, 84 Main Street | 957 yd | |
| Allans Family Fish Bar | 12 Vere Street | 973 yd | |
| Flaming frangos | 13 Vere Street | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GmbH | Lidl Uk Gmbh Cennin Pedr | 776 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 1 Barry Road | 1,025 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.