William Street is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF11 9JX 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 William Street, Cardiff, CF11 9JX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF11 9PP, CF11 9JY, CF11 9JG, CF11 9JZ, CF11 9EY, CF11 9PQ, CF11 9JR, CF11 9LA, CF11 9JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF11 9JX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.2% | 51.9% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 44.8% | 48.1% | 3.3% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 9JX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.5% 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 | 57.4% | 48.5% | -8.9% | 37.9% | 10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.5% | 33.9% | 10.4% | 44.2% | -10.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 12% | 12.1% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 4% | 3.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.2%) 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 | 58.3% | 55.1% | -3.2% | 48.4% | 6.7% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 34.1% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 8.4% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 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.
In the area around CF11 9JX this area, 4.6% 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 71.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.6% | 4.6% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.6% | 1.7% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -7.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.6% | 5% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -8.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 12.1% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 65.7% | 71.5% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 37.7% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 93.1% | 90.3% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 88.2% | 85.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 4.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 5.2% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.2% | 86.7% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 7.4% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 1.8% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Spain | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Middle East | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.7% | 37.2% | 19.5% |
| Christian | 33.2% | 46.2% | -13.0% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around William Street was 150.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.6% lower than the Riverside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
William Street has the 15th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Riverside and the 205th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 82.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 William Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2015-10-28 | £285,985 |
| 8 William Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £183,700 | 2014-12-23 | £294,149 |
| 6 William Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £214,000 | 2012-10-26 | £381,269 |
| 2A William Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2011-06-10 | £202,428 |
| 1B William Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £124,950 | 2011-05-13 | £198,875 |
CF11 9JX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 44 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radnor Primary School Radnor Road , Canton CF5 1RB | - not rated | 694 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Howell's School Cardiff Road , Llandaff CF5 2YD | - not rated | 711 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Wyndham Crescent , Canton CF11 9EF | - not rated | 769 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Cathedral School Cardiff Road , Llandaff CF5 2YH | - not rated | 1,191 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Lansdowne Primary School Norfolk Street , Canton CF5 1JY | - not rated | 1,245 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ORIEL’S | 221 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 55 yd | |
| Coffee #1 | 211 - 217 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 86 yd | |
| Milkwood | 83 Pontcanna Street, Pontcanna | 129 yd | |
| The Smoke House | 77 Pontcanna Street, Pontcanna | 139 yd | |
| Cafe Brava | 71 Pontcanna Street, Pontcanna | 152 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Conway | Conway Hotel, 58 Conway Road, Pontcanna | 127 yd | |
| The Romilly | The Romilly Hotel, 69 - 71 Romilly Crescent, Pontcanna | 428 yd | |
| Robin Hood | The Robin Hood Hotel, 16 Severn Grove, Riverside | 477 yd | |
| Butchers Arms | The Butchers Arms, 29 Llandaff Road, Canton | 648 yd | |
| The Cricketers | Managers Flat, The Cricketers, 66 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Garden | 239 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 15 yd | |
| Hot Pantry Limited | 229 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 34 yd | |
| Pontcanna Grill & Pizza/Pontcanna Spice | 90 - 92 Severn Road, Pontcanna | 563 yd | |
| Rock & Malt | 89 - 89A Wyndham Crescent, Pontcanna | 565 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 200 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Co-operative Group Food Limited, 200 King's Road, Pontcanna | 375 yd | |
| Iceland | 194C Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 829 yd | |
| Canton Food Centre | 114 Cowbridge Road East, Riverside | 907 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Metro Delta Street, Riverside | 949 yd | |
| Tesco | 425 - 427 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 1,023 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 | 146 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.