Clarence Embankment is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF10 5GR is located in the Butetown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff South and Penarth. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clarence Embankment, Cardiff, CF10 5GR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF10 5GU, CF10 5GT, CF10 5JY, CF10 5GF, CF10 5GW, CF10 5GS, CF11 7DZ, CF10 5GX, CF10 5FA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF10 5GR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.5% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51% | 49.5% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 CF10 5GR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.7% 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 | 49.6% | 60.7% | 11.1% | 37.9% | 22.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.3% | 21.7% | -8.6% | 44.2% | -22.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 9.5% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 4.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 49.9% | 50.6% | 0.7% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 31.3% | 2.4% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 11.8% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 5% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 50.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 19.1% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 6.1% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.4% | 6.6% | -0.8% | 13.4% | -6.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 13.9% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.6% | 50.4% | 13.8% | 33.8% | 16.6% |
| Other | 5.6% | 0.9% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 56% 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 | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 5.4% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Pakistani | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 12.7% | 11.3% | 2.5% | 10.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 7.6% | 0.4% | -7.2% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 62.6% | 56% | -6.6% | 81.4% | -25.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 8.5% | 5.6% | -2.9% | 0.6% | 5.0% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
In this area, 72.5% 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 | 77.6% | 72.5% | -5.1% | 83.2% | -10.7% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 4.6% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 5.7% | 9.8% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 7.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.8% | 10.6% | 1.8% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.3% | 72.5% | -4.8% | 83.2% | -10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 4.2% | 14.2% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 6.8% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 3.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4% | 2.2% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.2% | 4.4% | -5.8% | 1.9% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 3.8% | 1.5% | 2.3% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Middle East | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 4.8% | 1.2% | 3.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 25.5% | 46.2% | -20.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 27.7% | 6.5% | 21.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clarence Embankment was 119.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.1% lower than the Butetown average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clarence Embankment has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Butetown and the 293rd highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 42.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Clarence Embankment, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-09-30 | £288,935 |
| 49 Clarence Embankment, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2024-08-16 | £366,779 |
| 17 Clarence Embankment, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2024-04-04 | £397,396 |
| 55 Clarence Embankment, Cardiff, Cardiff Other, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-08-31 | £222,018 |
| 51 Clarence Embankment, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-09-26 | £270,253 |
The percentage of student residents living in CF10 5GR 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 | 169 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Other | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Hamadryad Hamadryad Road , CF10 5UY | - not rated | 181 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Mount Stuart Primary Adelaide Street , Butetown CF10 5BS | - not rated | 551 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Grange Town Primary Bromsgrove Street , Grangetown CF11 7XS | - not rated | 622 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Grangetown Nursery School Avondale Road , Grangetown CF1 7DW | - not rated | 711 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 | 762 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Hamadryad | Ysgol Hamadryad Hamadryad Road, Butetown | 161 yd | |
| Vibes | 20 Harrowby Street, Butetown | 283 yd | |
| The Salvation Army | 1 Avondale Road, Grangetown | 334 yd | |
| Mischiefs | 36 James Street, Butetown | 500 yd | |
| Cafe Nasta | 20 James Street, Butetown | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Docks Conservative Club | Docks Conservative Club Burt Street, Butetown | 175 yd | |
| Cardiff Yacht Club | Cardiff Yacht Club Windsor Esplanade, Butetown | 388 yd | |
| Jd Wetherspoons | The Mount Stuart Stuart Place, Butetown | 590 yd | |
| Glee Club | The Glee Club, Mermaid Quay Stuart Street, Butetown | 669 yd | |
| Eli Jenkins | 7 - 8 Bute Crescent, Butetown | 687 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Pizza | 20 West Bute Street, Butetown | 565 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 17a, Mermaid Quay Bute Street, Butetown | 610 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 3, Mermaid Quay Stuart Street, Butetown | 618 yd | |
| Greggs Plc | Unit 21, Mermaid Quay Bute Street, Butetown | 671 yd | |
| Grange Fish Bar | 105 Corporation Road, Grangetown | 790 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Shop, Embassy House, 96 Bute Street, Butetown | 633 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 17, Mermaid Quay Bute Street, Butetown | 636 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit J, Cardiff Bay Retail Park Ferry Road, Grangetown | 1,082 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Cardiff Bay Retail Park Ferry Road, Grangetown | 1,088 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 183.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.