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Brackla West

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About

Brackla West is a residential ward situated on the northwestern edge of Bridgend town. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, primarily from the late 20th century, including estates of semi-detached and detached homes. It is bordered by the A4061 to the west, which connects to the M4 motorway, providing direct transport links. The layout is functional, with local amenities concentrated along main routes serving the community's daily needs.

The ward includes a significant portion of the Brackla Industrial Estate, a major employment zone for the wider region. Housing estates here often feature large, open green spaces and cul-de-sacs. A notable local feature is the presence of several large, man-made balancing ponds, designed for flood management, which have become established wildlife habitats within the urban setting.

Area overview

On average Brackla West has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 222 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 40.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Brackla West is £46,713 per year. Brackla West is home to around 2,738 people, with a population density of about 4,500.3 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
222
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
40.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Brackla West Population
2,738
Population density
4,500.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
116.87(+219%)
Anti-social behaviour
36.52(+152%)
Public order
35.06(+293%)
Criminal damage and arson
23.37(+189%)
Other theft
13.51(+168%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,481
90.58%
Other White
86
3.14%
Indian
26
0.95%
Other Asian
22
0.8%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
21
0.77%
Total population: 2,739

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
607
29.34%
No qualifications
430
20.78%
Level 3 (A level)
352
17.01%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
329
15.9%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
220
10.63%
Total 16+ residents: 2,069

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
444
40.14%
Owns with a mortgage
257
23.24%
Owns outright
199
17.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
153
13.83%
Social rents from council
33
2.98%
Total households: 1,106

Property prices in Brackla West

Based on 18 recent sales, the median property price is £276,500 in Brackla West area, with individual transactions ranging from £104,000 up to £424,995.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Brackla West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Brackla West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£289,975
Flats2£119,500
Semi-Detached2£207,500
Terraced2£166,625

10 years median price trend in Brackla West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Brackla West.

All postcodes in Brackla West

CF312HR

Traws Fynydd

CF312QW

Madoc Close

CF312QN

Clos-Y-Waun

CF312AA

Coychurch Road

CF312BZ

Clos Tan-Y-Cefn

CF312DL

Coychurch Road

CF312HN

Sedd Goch

CF312PZ

Badgers Mead

CF312QA

Dan-Y-Coed Rise

CF312QQ

Glendower Close

CF312QB

Heol-Y-Rhos

CF312DH

Longacres

CF312LN

Princess Way

CF312HW

Golwg Y Fro

CF312PX

Caradog Close

CF312DE

Longacres

CF312PY

Madoc Close

CF312QL

Clos-Y-Wern

CF312QR

Caradog Close

CF312QS

Badgers Brook

CF312DD

Longacres

CF312EU

Chorleywood Close

CF312QD

Heol-Y-Coed Rise

CF312AP

Coychurch Road

CF312BY

Clos Tan-Y-Cefn

CF312QE

Heol Brynglas

CF312DG

Longacre

CF312HP

Cae Ysgubor

CF312HQ

Cae Bron

CF312DJ

Longacres

CF312QP

Glendower Close

CF312HZ

Priory Oak

CF312HY

Priory Oak

CF312QU

Derwen View

CF312HS

Gwaun Coed

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.