Meadow Street is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF11 9PY 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 Meadow Street, Cardiff, CF11 9PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF11 9QE, CF11 9PW, CF11 9QA, CF11 9PZ, CF11 9QB, CF11 9QD, CF11 9PX, CF11 9NU, CF11 9SN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF11 9PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.3% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.7% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 9PY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.6% 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 | 47.7% | 45.6% | -2.1% | 37.9% | 7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.4% | 32.7% | 2.3% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 9.7% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 6% | -4.8% | 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 (90.4%) 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 | 62% | 60.7% | -1.3% | 48.4% | 12.3% |
| Good health | 21.3% | 29.7% | 8.4% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 6.2% | -8.1% | 12.7% | -6.5% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 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 9PY this area, 8.5% 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 70.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.7% | 8.5% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.7% | 7.7% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 8.9% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 60.4% | 70.7% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 36.9% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.3% | 92.7% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 90.3% | 91% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 2.8% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90% | 90% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 4.5% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 1.7% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas Territories | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 43.4% | 46.2% | -2.8% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Street was 56.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% lower than the Riverside average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Meadow Street has the 9th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Riverside and the 474th lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Meadow Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2024-11-01 | £462,651 |
| 1 Meadow Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2024-03-15 | £426,578 |
| 11 Meadow Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2023-02-23 | £527,445 |
| 11 Meadow Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-05-30 | £342,304 |
| 11 Meadow Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-07-30 | £385,500 |
CF11 9PY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 121 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Education | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Other | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radnor Primary School Radnor Road , Canton CF5 1RB | - not rated | 410 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Howell's School Cardiff Road , Llandaff CF5 2YD | - not rated | 553 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Wyndham Crescent , Canton CF11 9EF | - not rated | 771 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Lansdowne Primary School Norfolk Street , Canton CF5 1JY | - not rated | 932 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Cathedral School Cardiff Road , Llandaff CF5 2YH | - not rated | 1,098 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llanover Hall Arts Centre | Llanover Hall Arts Centre Romilly Road, Canton | 203 yd | |
| Lufkin Coffee Roasters | Thompson's Park Rangers Hut, Thompson's Park Romilly Road, Canton | 314 yd | |
| Stefano's | 14 Romilly Crescent, Pontcanna | 364 yd | |
| ORIEL’S | 221 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 367 yd | |
| Coffee #1 | 211 - 217 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 389 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Conway | Conway Hotel, 58 Conway Road, Pontcanna | 195 yd | |
| The Romilly | The Romilly Hotel, 69 - 71 Romilly Crescent, Pontcanna | 279 yd | |
| Robin Hood | The Robin Hood Hotel, 16 Severn Grove, Riverside | 466 yd | |
| Butchers Arms | The Butchers Arms, 29 Llandaff Road, Canton | 484 yd | |
| The Canton Hotel | 6 Llandaff Road, Riverside | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bamboo Garden | 239 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 334 yd | |
| Hot Pantry Limited | 229 Cathedral Road, Pontcanna | 351 yd | |
| Pontcanna Grill & Pizza/Pontcanna Spice | 90 - 92 Severn Road, Pontcanna | 530 yd | |
| Rock & Malt | 89 - 89A Wyndham Crescent, Pontcanna | 535 yd | |
| Sicilian Pizza Cardiff Ltd | 230 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Co-operative Group Food Limited, 200 King's Road, Pontcanna | 419 yd | |
| Iceland | 194C Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 648 yd | |
| Tesco | 425 - 427 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 716 yd | |
| Exotica | 366 - 370 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 810 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Metro Delta Street, Riverside | 826 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 | 137.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.