Castle Precinct is in Llandough, Cowbridge and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF71 7LX 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 Castle Precinct, Llandough, Cowbridge, CF71 7LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF71 7LX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 52.9% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 50% | 47.1% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 CF71 7LX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.7% 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 | 17.8% | 19.7% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.4% | 66.7% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 22.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 3.7% | 6.4% | 2.7% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 4.5% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 (86.6%) 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 | 57.9% | 61.2% | 3.3% | 48.4% | 12.8% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 25.4% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -8.2% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 9.1% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 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.
In the area around CF71 7LX this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 52.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.4% | 9.8% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 5.2% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 12.9% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 13.8% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 48% | 52.8% | 4.8% | 33.8% | 19.0% |
| Other | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.5% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 97.4% | 99% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 99% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Precinct was 24.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.2% lower than the Cowbridge average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Castle Precinct has the 10th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Cowbridge and the 118th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Castle Precinct, Cowbridge, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £647,500 | 2024-11-15 | £666,240 |
| 8 Castle Precinct, Cowbridge, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2023-11-21 | £563,911 |
| Eastleigh Castle Precinct, Cowbridge, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2022-10-14 | £614,300 |
| 7 Castle Precinct, Cowbridge, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £523,500 | 2021-12-03 | £584,755 |
| Pen Y Bryn, 12 Castle Precinct, Cowbridge, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £580,250 | 2021-02-04 | £722,509 |
CF71 7LX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 7LX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF71 7LX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Self-Employed | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanfair C.P. School The Herberts , St Mary Church CF71 7LT | - not rated | 1,149 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Iolo Morganwg Broadway , CF71 7ER | - not rated | 1,490 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y Bontfaen Primary Borough Close , Cowbridge CF71 7BN | - not rated | 1,551 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cowbridge Comprehensive School Aberthin Road , CF71 7EN | - not rated | 2,159 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Illtyd Primary School Station Road , CF61 1ST | - not rated | 5,227 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 53.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.