Postcode Analysis Bridgend, Wales

CASTLE STREET, CF34 0AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE STREET, CF34 0AW.

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Population

234

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 33,200 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CF34 0AW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

CF34 0AW is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 100.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CF34 0AW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Castle Street, 0.5km from Maesteg in Maesteg. Administratively it sits within Maesteg East ward and the Ogmore constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CF34 0AW is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 25% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 77 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 100.0% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for CF34 0AW are sourced from Output Area W00005374 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF34 0AW. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 150,000

3 sales · Mean £ 125,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around CF34 0AW is moderate at 77 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting38
Violence and sexual offences26
Anti-social behaviour23
Public order18
Vehicle crime12

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Premier Shop0.6 km
  • Well Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Maesteg Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Andrew Garner Family Butcher0.6 km
  • Maesteg Mini Market0.6 km
  • + 25 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

30 nearby
  • Dragon House1.0 km
  • Nice Bite0.7 km
  • The Charcoal Grill0.7 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Maesteg RFC Supporters Club0.4 km
  • + 25 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

24 nearby
  • Sawyers Arms0.6 km
  • The Bird0.7 km
  • Maesteg Harlequins Rfc0.5 km
  • Nantyffyllon Non Political Club0.8 km
  • Maesteg Workingmens Club & Institute Ltd0.7 km
  • + 19 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • Talbot Restaurant0.6 km
  • Milano's Coffee House0.5 km
  • Maesteg Indian Kitchen0.7 km
  • Taste of India0.6 km
  • Louchis0.7 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

12 nearby
  • Aldi Maesteg0.4 km
  • Filco Foods0.5 km
  • Aldi Maesteg0.4 km
  • Archfarchnad Asda0.4 km
  • Filco Foods0.5 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maesteg Station0.6 km
  • Maesteg0.9 km
  • Maesteg (Ewenny Road)1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Castle Street0.0 km
  • Castle Street0.0 km
  • Iron Bridge0.1 km
  • Iron Bridge0.1 km
  • Maesteg Tesco0.2 km