Cathedral Road is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF11 9JE is located in the Riverside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cathedral Road, Cardiff, CF11 9JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF11 9PN, CF11 9JJ, CF11 9JF, CF11 9JN, CF11 9JD, CF11 9HS, CF11 9JS, CF11 9JH, CF11 9HT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF11 9JE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 51% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 52.7% | 40.2% | -12.5% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35% | 43.1% | 8.1% | 44.2% | -1.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 8.6% | 5.1% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 6.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.6%) 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 | 61.3% | 60.1% | -1.2% | 48.4% | 11.7% |
| Good health | 25% | 26.5% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -7.1% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 10.7% | 3.3% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 2.8% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around CF11 9JE this area, 8.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 67.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.4% | 8.1% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.5% | 4.7% | 1.2% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.5% | 8.1% | 0.6% | 13.4% | -5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 5.3% | -4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 10.4% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 67.3% | 67.3% | 0.0% | 33.8% | 33.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0.5% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.3% | 93.8% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 92% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 92% | 6.8% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 7% | 4.8% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 3.1% | 1.2% | -1.9% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.4% | 92.4% | 8.0% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 5.1% | 4.4% | -0.7% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 1.2% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.1% | 37.2% | 18.9% |
| Christian | 36.8% | 46.2% | -9.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cathedral Road was 109.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.5% lower than the Riverside average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Cathedral Road has the 21st highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Riverside and the 331st highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 188 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-02-02 | £233,060 |
| Flat 1 188 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-01-31 | £203,704 |
| 192C Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2021-09-06 | £306,997 |
| 192A Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-08-23 | £279,176 |
| Flat 3 188 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2021-03-26 | £241,111 |
CF11 9JE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Other | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Wyndham Crescent , Canton CF11 9EF | - not rated | 701 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Radnor Primary School Radnor Road , Canton CF5 1RB | - not rated | 806 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Howell's School Cardiff Road , Llandaff CF5 2YD | - not rated | 899 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kitchener Primary School Kitchener Road , Canton CF11 6HT | - not rated | 1,275 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Monica's C.I.W. Primary School Whitchurch Road , Heath CF14 3JL | - not rated | 1,319 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milkwood | 83 Pontcanna Street, Pontcanna | 89 yd | |
| The Smoke House | 77 Pontcanna Street, Pontcanna | 99 yd | |
| Coffee #1 | 211 - 217 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 104 yd | |
| Cafe Brava | 71 Pontcanna Street, Pontcanna | 108 yd | |
| ORIEL’S | 221 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 135 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Conway | Conway Hotel, 58 Conway Road, Pontcanna | 305 yd | |
| Robin Hood | The Robin Hood Hotel, 16 Severn Grove, Riverside | 457 yd | |
| The Romilly | The Romilly Hotel, 69 - 71 Romilly Crescent, Pontcanna | 497 yd | |
| The Cricketers | Managers Flat, The Cricketers, 66 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 554 yd | |
| Butchers Arms | The Butchers Arms, 29 Llandaff Road, Canton | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Pantry Limited | 229 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 156 yd | |
| Bamboo Garden | 239 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 184 yd | |
| Rock & Malt | 89 - 89A Wyndham Crescent, Pontcanna | 539 yd | |
| Pontcanna Grill & Pizza/Pontcanna Spice | 90 - 92 Severn Road, Pontcanna | 540 yd | |
| Sushi Plus T/A | 14 Wyndham Crescent, Pontcanna | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Co-operative Group Food Limited, 200 King's Road, Pontcanna | 348 yd | |
| Canton Food Centre | 114 Cowbridge Road East, Riverside | 862 yd | |
| Iceland | 194C Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 866 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Metro Delta Street, Riverside | 944 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 | 184 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.