The Orchard is in Aberthin, Cowbridge and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF71 7HU is located in the Cowbridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vale of Glamorgan. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Orchard, Aberthin, Cowbridge, CF71 7HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF71 7HF, CF71 7EH, CF71 7LG, CF71 7HW, CF71 7HG, CF71 7HB, CF71 7HE, CF71 7LE, CF71 7LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF71 7HU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.6% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.4% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 CF71 7HU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.7% 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 | 19.3% | 24.3% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 55.7% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 11.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 10.6% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 6.4% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.6% | 54.9% | 6.3% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 30.6% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 9.5% | -4.0% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 3.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.8% | 14.9% | 2.1% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 6.8% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 10.2% | -6.8% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 6% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.4% | 13.2% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 45% | 46.4% | 1.4% | 33.8% | 12.6% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.6% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 97.7% | 95.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 95.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Orchard was 48.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.3% higher than the Cowbridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Orchard has the 4th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Cowbridge and the 210th highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 The Orchard, Cowbridge, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-08-14 | £500,536 |
| 6 The Orchard, Cowbridge, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £459,000 | 2022-02-22 | £505,587 |
| 5 The Orchard, Cowbridge, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2021-06-16 | £563,924 |
| 5 The Orchard, Cowbridge, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2006-12-15 | £687,333 |
| 10 The Orchard, Cowbridge, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2006-09-01 | £652,415 |
CF71 7HU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CF71 7HU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 CF71 7HU 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 | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowbridge Comprehensive School Aberthin Road , CF71 7EN | - not rated | 932 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Iolo Morganwg Broadway , CF71 7ER | - not rated | 1,727 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y Bontfaen Primary Borough Close , Cowbridge CF71 7BN | - not rated | 1,808 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanfair C.P. School The Herberts , St Mary Church CF71 7LT | - not rated | 3,756 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llansannor C.I.W. Primary School Llansannor , Ystradowen CF71 7SZ | - not rated | 4,313 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Arms | Farmers Arms Maendy Road | 166 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 | 32.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.