Clos Gedrych is in Canton, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF11 8DU is located in the Canton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff West. This postcode has been in use since 2002-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clos Gedrych, Canton, Cardiff, CF11 8DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF11 8BF, CF11 8DY, CF11 8DX, CF11 8DW, CF11 8FS, CF11 8DT, CF5 1JQ, CF11 8BW, CF5 1JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF11 8DU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.1% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.9% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 8DU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% 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 | 36.8% | 42.4% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 46.9% | -5.0% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 5.9% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.9% | 52.5% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 4.1% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 34.6% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 8.9% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18% | 18% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 10.4% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 11.5% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 42.1% | 15.1% | 33.8% | 8.3% |
| Other | 8.4% | 1.7% | -6.7% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.1% 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 | 5.5% | 6.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% | 5.2% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 7.8% | 8.7% | 0.9% | 3.1% | 5.6% |
| Pakistani | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 2.6% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 70.7% | 67.1% | -3.6% | 81.4% | -14.3% |
| Arab | 4% | 4.1% | 0.1% | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 84.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 84.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 0.2% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -5.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.8% | 11.3% | 3.5% | 5.6% | 5.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.4% | 84.7% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 13.1% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.2% | 0.4% | -3.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 0.7% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 76.7% | 14.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 29.8% | 46.2% | -16.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 7.6% | 1.7% | 5.9% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 12.4% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clos Gedrych was 86.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.5% higher than the Canton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clos Gedrych has the 21st highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Canton and the 410th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Clos Gedrych, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-12-17 | £359,693 |
| 6 Clos Gedrych, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £249,999 | 2014-06-20 | £406,348 |
| 2 Clos Gedrych, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2013-08-30 | £392,504 |
| 4 Clos Gedrych, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2006-06-30 | £407,912 |
| 6 Clos Gedrych, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, a newly built property | £134,950 | 2002-12-19 | £345,472 |
CF11 8DU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 8DU 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 | 142 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Other | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Treganna Sanatorium Road , Canton CF11 8DG | - not rated | 103 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fitzalan High School Lawrenny Avenue , Leckwith CF11 8XB | - not rated | 270 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Lansdowne Primary School Norfolk Street , Canton CF5 1JY | - not rated | 301 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Pwll Coch Adjacent To Fitzalan High , Lawrenny Avenue CF11 8BR | - not rated | 559 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Radnor Primary School Radnor Road , Canton CF5 1RB | - not rated | 808 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wesley Methodist Church | Wesley Methodist Church Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 458 yd | |
| Apollo Pizza | Ground Floor Commercial Unit, 344 - 346 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 500 yd | |
| Joe's Cafe | 332 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 506 yd | |
| Cookies ānā Kreme Cardiff | 324 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 510 yd | |
| Apollo Pizza | 322 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 511 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lansdowne Public House | The Lansdowne, 71 Beda Road, Canton | 475 yd | |
| Clive Arms | 360 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 503 yd | |
| Victoria Park | Victoria Park Hotel, 422 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 556 yd | |
| Canton Liberal Club | 301 - 303 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 820 yd | |
| Canton Cross Vaults | 1 Leckwith Road, Canton | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton Chinese delight | 358 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 498 yd | |
| Standard Takeaway | 336 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 504 yd | |
| Mint Curry | 382 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 506 yd | |
| Zero Plus Fish Bar | 318 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 513 yd | |
| Nishirath kitchen | 428 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 425 - 427 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 483 yd | |
| Exotica | 366 - 370 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 499 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Leckwith Road, Canton | 684 yd | |
| Iceland | 194C Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 867 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Metro Delta Street, Riverside | 995 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data Ā© 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.