Wedmore Road is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF11 6SG is located in the Grangetown 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 Wedmore Road, Cardiff, CF11 6SG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF11 6SL, CF11 6SF, CF11 6ST, CF11 6SB, CF1 7SB, CF11 6RY, CF11 6SD, CF11 6AE, CF11 6SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF11 6SG is primarily male, with 54.4% 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 | 44% | 45.6% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -5.4% |
| Male | 56% | 54.4% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 5.4% |
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 CF11 6SG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 84.4% 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 | 80.1% | 84.4% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 46.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 11% | 9.6% | -1.4% | 44.2% | -34.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 2.7% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -6.4% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
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 | 52.1% | 50.3% | -1.8% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 36% | 30.7% | -5.3% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 6.8% | 14.9% | 8.1% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1% | -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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.5% | 13.2% | 0.7% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5% | 3.6% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 8.1% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 52.3% | 41.3% | -11.0% | 16.9% | 24.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 28.8% | 17.6% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 6.5% | 2% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 55.8% 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 | 4.7% | 2.5% | -2.2% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 6.6% | 4.9% | 3.1% | 3.5% |
| Pakistani | 5.4% | 3.3% | -2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 4.4% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
| Black African | 6.2% | 13.6% | 7.4% | 2.5% | 11.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 68.8% | 55.8% | -13.0% | 81.4% | -25.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 4.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
In this area, 60.2% 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 | 75.8% | 60.2% | -15.6% | 83.2% | -23.0% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 12.1% | 8.6% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 9.7% | 11.1% | 1.4% | 2.7% | 8.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.1% | 15.5% | 5.4% | 5.6% | 9.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.4% | 60.5% | -13.9% | 83.2% | -22.7% |
| 10+ Years | 6% | 14.6% | 8.6% | 9.8% | 4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.2% | 5.1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.7% | 14.5% | 5.8% | 1.9% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.6% | 76.7% | -16.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 8% | 1.5% | 6.5% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North Africa | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 5.4% | 1.2% | 4.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 15.9% | 46.2% | -30.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 4.8% | 1.7% | 3.1% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 22.1% | 6.5% | 15.6% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 10.1% | 6.0% | 4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wedmore Road was 380.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 224.5% higher than the Grangetown average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wedmore Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Grangetown and the 47th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 108.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 447.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Wedmore Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-06-13 | £167,325 |
| 11 Wedmore Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2022-12-02 | £222,256 |
| 5 Wedmore Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2018-02-16 | £183,320 |
| 5 Wedmore Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2012-08-29 | £232,417 |
| 1 Wedmore Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2007-09-14 | £195,253 |
CF11 6SG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in CF11 6SG area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 236 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 44 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Construction | 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 | 728 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kitchener Primary School Kitchener Road , Canton CF11 6HT | - not rated | 779 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ninian Park Primary School Virgil Street , Grangetown CF11 8TF | - not rated | 834 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Wyndham Crescent , Canton CF11 9EF | - not rated | 1,101 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Grange Town Primary Bromsgrove Street , Grangetown CF11 7XS | - not rated | 1,346 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tramshed Cardiff | 21 Clare Road, Grangetown | 194 yd | |
| Neighbourhood Kitchen | 80 Tudor Street, Riverside | 195 yd | |
| Yummies Desserts | 44 Tudor Street, Riverside | 298 yd | |
| Wings of Glory latin food | 44 Tudor Street, Riverside | 298 yd | |
| Spicy Shack | 8 Tudor Street, Riverside | 410 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Hotel | The Cornwall, 92 Cornwall Street, Grangetown | 393 yd | |
| Sai La Vie | 109 - 111 Clare Road, Grangetown | 428 yd | |
| The Grange | 134 Penarth Road, Grangetown | 699 yd | |
| The Cardiff and County Club | Cardiff And County Club Westgate Street, Cathays | 817 yd | |
| The Gate Keeper | The Gatekeeper, 9 Westgate Street, Cathays | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laziza Take-Away | 66 Tudor Street, Riverside | 236 yd | |
| Mr Kebab & Pizza | 56 Tudor Street, Riverside | 256 yd | |
| M A Fish Bar | 46 Cornwall Street, Grangetown | 296 yd | |
| SR RESTAURANT AND CATERING LTD | 42 Tudor Street, Riverside | 299 yd | |
| EasyThali | 28 Tudor Street, Riverside | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zaeka Ltd | 36 - 38 Tudor Street, Riverside | 313 yd | |
| Eastern Chinese Supermarket | 26 Tudor Street, Riverside | 348 yd | |
| Tesco | 2 Corporation Road, Grangetown | 772 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Ground Floor Commercial Unit 4, Bbc Building Central Square, Cathays | 789 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | M&s Simply Food Central Square, Cathays | 845 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 | 42.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 186.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.