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Location in The Vale of GlamorganBarry Dock sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Barry Dock
Barry Dock is located in the Vale of Glamorgan, within the county of Wales, and falls under the CF62 postcode area. It is a coastal area with a long history as a port, originally developed in the late 19th century to support the coal trade. The dock has undergone significant redevelopment in recent years, transforming parts of the former industrial site into a modern waterfront area. The Barry Dock Visitor Centre offers insights into the site’s maritime heritage, and the surrounding area includes walking paths along the water’s edge. The location is easily accessible from Barry town centre and is served by regular public transport links. The area now hosts a mix of leisure facilities, restaurants, and residential developments, reflecting its evolution from a working port to a community-focused waterfront.
School Ratings in Barry Dock
Families in Barry Dock have access to 53 local schools.
House Prices in Barry Dock
Homes sell for an average of £241K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £200K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barry Dock
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Barry Dock, with 73 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Healthcare in Barry Dock
There are 13 GP surgeries within three miles of Barry Dock, the nearest being Ravenscourt Surgery (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Barry Dock
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Property Prices 6,477 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Barry Dock ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barry Dock is approximately £47,622 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,593. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £36,593.
Businesses in Barry Dock ONS 2025
There are approximately 977 active businesses based in Barry Dock, around 21 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Barry Dock 203 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Barry Dock is around the national average, with shoplifting representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
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 Barry Dock
Of the 19,849 households in and around Barry Dock, 70% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 16% 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 Barry Dock.