About Bridgend

Bridgend is a small settlement located in North Lanarkshire, Scotland, within the G69 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Wishaw and is situated near the M8 motorway, providing convenient access to nearby urban centres. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern housing developments and older properties. Bridgend is part of a wider network of communities in the Central Lowlands, and its proximity to larger towns makes it a practical location for commuters. The surrounding landscape features rolling hills and open countryside, typical of the region. While not a major tourist destination, Bridgend offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a quiet residential area within easy reach of Glasgow and other local amenities.

House Prices in Bridgend

Homes sell for an average of £203K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £180K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bridgend

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Bridgend, with 70 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bridgend

Bridgend benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 15,656 sales

Average Price £203K
£100 £6.9M
Detached £301K 4,300
Semi £180K 5,894
Terraced £132K 4,342
Flat £103K 585

Crime in Bridgend 530 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Bridgend is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a city with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

229 Violence & Sexual Offences
70 Public Order
63 Anti-Social Behaviour
43 Shoplifting
38 Criminal Damage & Arson
25 Other Theft
22 Drugs
16 Vehicle Crime
12 Other Crime
6 Burglary
4 Robbery
2 Weapons
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Stepps Train Station 1.9 miles
Robroyston Train Station 3.3 miles
Easterhouse Train Station 3.5 miles
Blairhill Train Station 3.9 miles
Coatbridge Central Train Station 4.1 miles
Coatbridge Sunnyside Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Local Government

District Bridgend
Ward Bridgend Central
Constituency Bridgend
Parish Bridgend