West Point Industrial Estate is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF11 8JQ is located in the Llandough 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 West Point Industrial Estate, Cardiff, CF11 8JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF11 8JQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 50.4% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49.6% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF11 8JQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.5% | 26.5% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 52.5% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 8.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 11.3% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 8.8% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 (85.3%) 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 | 46.4% | 49.2% | 2.8% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 36.1% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 12.3% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 2% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 18.8% | 19% | 0.2% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 7.8% | -0.3% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 12.2% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 3.4% | -3.4% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 16.1% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.9% | 39% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 4.4% | 2% | -2.4% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 5.7% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 4.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 88.7% | 90.2% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 88.6% 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 | 89.8% | 88.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 6.5% | 2.9% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.8% | 88.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.3% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.5% | 0.8% | -4.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.5% | 37.2% | -7.7% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Point Industrial Estate was 100.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.2% higher than the Cornerswell average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
West Point Industrial Estate has the 5th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Cornerswell and the 91st highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit A1 West Point Industrial Estate, Cardiff, Cardiff Other, an established residential building | £372,000 | 2023-05-11 | £379,324 |
| Unit A3 West Point Industrial Estate, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Other, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-12-03 | £289,412 |
| Unit E5 West Point Industrial Estate, Cardiff, Cardiff Other, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-09-02 | £205,677 |
| Unit D1 West Point Industrial Estate, Cardiff, Cardiff Other, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2021-08-11 | £307,978 |
| Unit B1 West Point Industrial Estate, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Other, an established residential building | £3,450,000 | 2020-11-30 | £4,119,903 |
CF11 8JQ 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 retired residents living in CF11 8JQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llandough Primary Dochdwy Road , Llandough CF64 2QD | - not rated | 651 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Grangetown Nursery School Avondale Road , Grangetown CF1 7DW | - not rated | 1,337 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 | 1,478 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cogan Nursery School Cawnpore Street , Cogan CF64 2JU | - not rated | 1,637 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cogan Primary School Pill Street , Cogan CF64 2JS | - not rated | 1,698 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Greggs, 1, Penarth Road Retail Park Penarth Road | 190 yd | |
| Vale Sports Arena | Cambria House Penarth Road | 191 yd | |
| Chat Cafe | Pumping Station Antiques Centre Penarth Road, Leckwith | 262 yd | |
| The Hangar | Units 2a, Riverside Park Penarth Road, Leckwith | 329 yd | |
| CULTVR LAB | 325 - 327 Penarth Road, Leckwith | 567 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llandough & Leckwith Royal British Legion Club | The Royal British Legion Penlan Road, Llandough | 563 yd | |
| Penarth Road Snooker Club | Penarth Snooker And Social Club, Marriot House Penarth Road | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Johns Pizza | Unit 3b Dunleavy Drive, Grangetown | 800 yd | |
| Pigsy's Hot food | Street Record Fleetway, Leckwith | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish Wines | 4 Stadium Close, Leckwith | 644 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Superstore, Cardiff Bay Retail Park Ferry Road, Grangetown | 848 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Cardiff Bay Retail Park Ferry Road, Grangetown | 917 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit J, Cardiff Bay Retail Park Ferry Road, Grangetown | 960 yd | |
| Morrisons | Wm Morrisons International Drive, Grangetown | 1,052 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 | 37.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 37.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 37.5% |
| 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 | 50.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.38 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.38 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.52 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.