Postcode Analysis Bridgend, Wales

BRYN AWEL, CF32 8SA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRYN AWEL, CF32 8SA.

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Population

415

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 33,900 /yr

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Employed

27%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF32 8SA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 62% of tenure in CF32 8SA — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

CF32 8SA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bryn Awel, 0.5km from Bettws in Bettws. Administratively it sits within Garw Valley ward and the Ogmore constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CF32 8SA 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. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £95k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 CF32 8SA are sourced from Output Area W00005181 (shared with 6 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 CF32 8SA. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

27%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 94,500

2 sales · Mean £ 94,500

Terraced

£ 98,000

1 sales · Mean £ 98,000

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

CF32 8SA has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences43
Public order10
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Kumar Stores0.3 km
  • Kumar Stores0.3 km
  • MARY MATHA ENTERPRISES LTD0.3 km
  • MARY MATHA ENTERPRISES LTD0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Bettws Chip Bar0.3 km
  • Bettws Chip Bar0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Newtown Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
  • Newtown Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Oddfellows Arms0.6 km
  • Clwb Cymunedol Betws0.6 km
  • Oddfellows Arms0.6 km
  • Bettws Community Club0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tondu3.0 km
  • Sarn3.9 km
  • Garth (Mid Glamorgan)4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Heol Glannant0.2 km
  • Heol Glannant0.2 km
  • Pen Parcau0.2 km
  • Pen Parcau0.2 km
  • Heol Glannant0.3 km