CF35 5AU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Brocastle in Bridgend. Administratively it sits within Brackla East and Coychurch Lower ward and the Bridgend constituency.
For families considering a move, CF35 5AU represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 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 5AU are sourced from Output Area W00005314 (shared with 130 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CF35 5AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CF35 5AU.
485
53
£ 45,100 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF35 5AU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
CF35 5AU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 74% 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 5AU. The average age is 52.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
CF35 5AU has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Golden Mile Inn1.0 km
- Golden Mile Inn1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Golden Well Restaurant0.0 km
- The Golden Well Restaurant0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bridgend3.9 km
- Pencoed5.1 km
- Wildmill5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Brocastle0.2 km
- Brocastle0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CF355AU · Data under Open Government Licence