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About Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr
Bridgend, known in Welsh as Pen-y-Bont ar Ogwr, is a town situated in the county of Bridgend, within the historic region of Glamorgan in south Wales. The town lies at the confluence of the River Ogwr and the River Ewenny, with its name reflecting this geographical feature—Pen-y-Bont meaning 'head of the bridge' in Welsh. It is a market town with a long history, having developed around a medieval bridge that once connected the two sides of the river. The town centre features a mix of traditional and modern buildings, including a town hall and several shops and services. Bridgend is well connected by road and rail, with the A48 and A483 passing through, and a railway station providing links to Cardiff and other nearby towns. The area has a strong sense of community and is home to a range of local businesses and cultural events.
School Ratings in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr
Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr is served by 41 schools.
House Prices in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr
Property prices average £217K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £192K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr, with 66 incidents logged in May 2026.
Healthcare in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr
There are 6 GP surgeries within three miles of Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr, the nearest being Riversdale House (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr
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Property Prices 6,400 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr is approximately £48,513 a year before tax, 12% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,118. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,118.
Businesses in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,225 active businesses based in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 33 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr 392 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr
Of the 19,994 households in and around Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr, 70% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bridgend/Pen-y-Bont ar-ogwr.