Barry Island on the map
Location in The Vale of GlamorganBarry Island sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Barry Island
Barry Island is a coastal area within the Vale of Glamorgan in south Wales, known for its long sandy beach and seaside attractions. The island is easily accessible from Barry town and offers a range of leisure activities, including swimming, sunbathing, and walking along the promenade. The area has a traditional seaside feel, with a pier, amusement arcades, and a variety of eateries catering to visitors. The postcode area CF62 covers the island and surrounding parts of Barry, making it straightforward to locate. The community is active throughout the year, with events and festivals often held on the beach or in the town centre. The landscape is flat and open, with views across the Bristol Channel, and the area benefits from regular public transport links to Cardiff and other nearby towns.
School Ratings in Barry Island
There are 34 schools in and around Barry Island.
House Prices in Barry Island
The average property price is £241K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £200K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barry Island
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Barry Island, with 35 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Healthcare in Barry Island
There are 13 GP surgeries within three miles of Barry Island, the nearest being West Quay Medical Centre (0.7 miles away).
Local Data for Barry Island
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Property Prices 6,477 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Barry Island ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barry Island 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 Island ONS 2025
There are approximately 977 active businesses based in Barry Island, 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 Island 179 crimes · May 2026
Barry Island records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Barry Island
Of the 19,849 households in and around Barry Island, 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 Island.