CF35 5AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Oldcastle in Bridgend. Administratively it sits within Oldcastle ward and the Bridgend constituency.
For families considering a move, CF35 5AJ represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 CF35 5AJ are sourced from Output Area W00005484 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CF35 5AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CF35 5AJ.
451
48
£ 48,500 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
CF35 5AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF35 5AJ. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
CF35 5AJ has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Ewenny Village Shop0.9 km
- JW Tudor Ltd0.9 km
- Motherways Store0.7 km
- Wickes Building Supplies Ltd0.9 km
- Wickes Building Supplies Ltd0.9 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- KFC0.9 km
- KFC0.9 km
- Severn Trent Laboratories Canteen0.4 km
- Severn Trent Laboratories Canteen0.4 km
- McDonalds0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl0.9 km
- B&M Retail Ltd0.9 km
- B&M Retail Ltd0.9 km
- Lidl0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Bridgend Town Cricket Club0.9 km
- Bridgend Town Cricket Club0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- New Inn Guest House (catering)0.5 km
- New Inn Guest House (catering)0.5 km
- Ewenny Farm Guesthouse0.7 km
- Ewenny Farm Guesthouse0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bridgend1.7 km
- Wildmill3.3 km
- Sarn5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Priory Ave 0.4 km
- Priory Avenue0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CF355AJ · Data under Open Government Licence