Penarth Road is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF1 7JU is located in the Grangetown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff South and Penarth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penarth Road, Cardiff, CF1 7JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF11 7AZ, CF11 6JU, CF11 6NH, CF11 6JW, CF11 7BA, CF11 6QX, CF11 6QS, CF11 7BB, CF11 7AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF1 7JU is primarily male, with 57.2% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 42.8% | -5.5% | 51.0% | -8.2% |
| Male | 51.7% | 57.2% | 5.5% | 49.0% | 8.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF1 7JU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.5% | 45.4% | 1.9% | 37.9% | 7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 43.4% | -1.3% | 44.2% | -0.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 7.2% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.7% | 49.2% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 30.9% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 13.8% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around CF1 7JU this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.6% | 30% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 4.8% | -11.4% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 8% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 17.6% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 31.2% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 7.1% | 4.4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 40.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 5.4% | 6.7% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 5.6% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 6.3% | 6.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | 3.2% |
| Pakistani | 19.9% | 27% | 7.1% | 2.7% | 24.3% |
| Other Asian | 4% | 2.9% | -1.1% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 6.3% | 2.5% | -3.8% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 4.8% | 1.3% | -3.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 43.2% | 40.3% | -2.9% | 81.4% | -41.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 62.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.8% | 62.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | -20.8% |
| European Union | 10.8% | 11.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 8% | 4.5% | -3.5% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 15.6% | 20.6% | 5.0% | 5.6% | 15.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 64.5% | 62.4% | -2.1% | 83.2% | -20.8% |
| 10+ Years | 5.1% | 17% | 11.9% | 9.8% | 7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.5% | 9.3% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 6.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.9% | 4.5% | -5.4% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.9% | 6.8% | -9.1% | 1.9% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.6% | 76.7% | -6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Turkey | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 5.8% | 1.2% | 4.6% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.5% | 37.2% | -13.7% |
| Christian | 26% | 46.2% | -20.2% |
| Hindu | 4.5% | 1.7% | 2.8% |
| Muslim | 40.8% | 6.5% | 34.3% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penarth Road was 62.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.7% lower than the Grangetown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penarth Road has the 18th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Grangetown and the 505th lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 115 Penarth Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2005-12-19 | £141,728 |
The percentage of student residents living in CF1 7JU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Other | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Patrick's R.C. Primary School Lucknow Street , Grangetown CF11 6NA | - not rated | 245 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Grange Town Primary Bromsgrove Street , Grangetown CF11 7XS | - not rated | 670 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ninian Park Primary School Virgil Street , Grangetown CF11 8TF | - not rated | 699 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Paul's C.I.W. Primary School Oakley Place , Grangetown CF11 7EU | - not rated | 785 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary The Virgin C.I.W. Primary School North Church Street , Butetown CF10 5HB | - not rated | 1,034 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUSHTAQ SWEET | 177 Penarth Road, Grangetown | 82 yd | |
| Merola's Italian Restaurant & Pizzaria | 181 Clare Road, Grangetown | 96 yd | |
| Vegetarian Food Studio | 115 - 117 Penarth Road, Grangetown | 101 yd | |
| Flame Grill House | 179 Clare Road, Grangetown | 105 yd | |
| Community Café @ Grangetown Educational Centre | 183 - 187 Penarth Road, Grangetown | 106 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange | 134 Penarth Road, Grangetown | 186 yd | |
| Sai La Vie | 109 - 111 Clare Road, Grangetown | 257 yd | |
| Cornwall Hotel | The Cornwall, 92 Cornwall Street, Grangetown | 428 yd | |
| The Depot | The Depot Warehouse Williams Way, Butetown | 486 yd | |
| Great Western Lloyds Bar | 64 St Mary Street, Cathays | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legends | 158 - 160 Clare Road, Grangetown | 144 yd | |
| Yangs Chinese Restaurant | 189A Penarth Road, Grangetown | 157 yd | |
| Victory | 140 Penarth Road, Grangetown | 206 yd | |
| Chicken Shack Cardiff | 38 Corporation Road, Grangetown | 210 yd | |
| Dunya | 55 Corporation Road, Grangetown | 231 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 2 Corporation Road, Grangetown | 148 yd | |
| Eastern Chinese Supermarket | 26 Tudor Street, Riverside | 734 yd | |
| Zaeka Ltd | 36 - 38 Tudor Street, Riverside | 740 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Ground Floor Commercial Unit 4, Bbc Building Central Square, Cathays | 851 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | M&s Simply Food Central Square, Cathays | 858 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.