Victoria Park Road is in Barry and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF63 2JS 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 Victoria Park Road, Barry, CF63 2JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF63 2JT, CF63 2JW, CF63 2PD, CF63 2JQ, CF63 2JN, CF63 2LP, CF63 1FU, CF63 1NF, CF63 2LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF63 2JS 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 | 46.4% | 50.2% | 3.8% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 53.6% | 49.8% | -3.8% | 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 CF63 2JS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 26.9% | 31.3% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55% | 53.9% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 6.5% | -5.9% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 5.1% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 45.4% | 39.7% | -5.7% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 37% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 16.3% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 5.4% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 26.5% | 18.1% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 11.1% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 15.7% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 9.3% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 16.7% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 28.7% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 2.8% | 0.5% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 100% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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% | 96.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 96.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.3% | 37.2% | 16.1% |
| Christian | 38.5% | 46.2% | -7.7% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Victoria Park Road was 39.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.3% lower than the Cadoc average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Victoria Park Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Cadoc and the 198th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tre Gatwg Victoria Park Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £328,000 | 2025-07-02 | £336,151 |
| Verber Victoria Park Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2023-07-31 | £384,098 |
| Sunningdale Victoria Park Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-07-31 | £283,020 |
| Valdamere Victoria Park Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2023-04-21 | £317,928 |
| Greenhayes Victoria Park Road, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-04-06 | £373,094 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CF63 2JS 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 | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadoxton Community Primary Victoria Park Road , Barry CF63 2JS | - not rated | 323 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Palmerston Primary School Pen-Y-Bryn , Cadoxton CF63 2XL | - not rated | 881 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Jenner Park Primary Hannah Street , Barry CF63 1DG | - not rated | 982 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Richard Gwyn R.C. High School Argae Lane , CF63 1BL | - not rated | 1,055 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gwaun Y Nant Amroth Court , Caldy Close CF62 9DU | - not rated | 1,280 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mint Room Barry | Mint Room, 98 Main Street | 370 yd | |
| Just Perfect Catering At Dow Corning Ltd | Dow Corning Cardiff Road | 413 yd | |
| The Real Junk Food Cafe | Victoria Park Community Centre Church Road | 472 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 1, Briscombe Retail Park Cardiff Road | 486 yd | |
| Nevaehs Parties | Shop, 112 Barry Road | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King William | King William Iv Bridge Street | 473 yd | |
| Cadoxton Conservative Club | Cadoxton Conservative Club, 31 Vere Street | 529 yd | |
| Glenbrook Inn | Glenbrook Inn Dobbins Road | 625 yd | |
| Witchill Hotel (wet sales only) | The Witchill, 110 Barry Road | 1,030 yd | |
| Tadross Hotel | Tadross Hotel, 271 Holton Road | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allans Family Fish Bar | 12 Vere Street | 312 yd | |
| Golden Star | Golden Star, 84 Main Street | 370 yd | |
| Flaming frangos | 13 Vere Street | 371 yd | |
| Barry Fish Bar | Smart Kebab House And Fish Bar, 41 Vere Street | 439 yd | |
| Ginger Panda | The New Barry Chinese Takeaway, 35 Vere Street | 439 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 1 Barry Road | 482 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 | 52.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 52.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 52.6% |
| 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 | 44 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.