Brookside Court is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF14 1AQ is located in the Whitchurch and Tongwynlais electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff North. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brookside Court, Cardiff, CF14 1AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF14 1AR, CF14 1AN, CF14 1AB, CF14 1LG, CF14 1AP, CF14 1AD, CF14 1BS, CF4 1AJ, CF14 1AG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF14 1AQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 49.3% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 51.5% | 50.7% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 31.3% | 34.6% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 42.1% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 8.8% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 9.2% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.3% | 46% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 34.9% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 12.6% | -3.5% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.6% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 | 23% | 19.6% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 8.1% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 11.9% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 4.3% | -3.5% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 13.2% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.1% | 41.7% | 12.6% | 33.8% | 7.9% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.3% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 91.2% | 87.8% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 6.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 92.7% | 92.8% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 92.8% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.7% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 40.3% | 46.2% | -5.9% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 6.1% | 6.5% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brookside Court was 101.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.3% higher than the Whitchurch and Tongwynlais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brookside Court has the 5th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Whitchurch and Tongwynlais and the 361st highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 204.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Brookside Court, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-02-04 | £149,096 |
| 7 Brookside Court, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,450 | 2024-02-06 | £177,785 |
| 3 Brookside Court, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2020-10-23 | £174,287 |
| 11 Brookside Court, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2019-07-18 | £117,142 |
| 3 Brookside Court, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2018-07-13 | £155,811 |
CF14 1AQ 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitchurch High School Penlline Road , Whitchurch CF14 2XJ | - not rated | 406 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhiwbeina Primary School Lon Uchaf , Rhiwbeina CF14 6HL | - not rated | 1,101 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Birchgrove Primary School Birchgrove Road , Birchgrove CF14 1RR | - not rated | 1,423 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenhill Special School Heol Brynglas , Rhiwbina CF14 6UJ | - not rated | 1,463 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coryton Primary School Hollybush Estate , Whitchurch CF14 7DS | - not rated | 1,588 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| India Gate | 17 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 269 yd | |
| La Cucina Da Mara Ltd | 3 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 277 yd | |
| Mowglis Ltd | 13 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 279 yd | |
| The Roundabout Cafe | Whitchurch Methodist Church Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 284 yd | |
| Whitchuch School Lower | Whitchurch High Lower School Glan-y-nant Terrace, Whitchurch | 287 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powerleague Fives Limited | Powerleague Cardiff Manor Way, Whitchurch | 192 yd | |
| The Plough | 1 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 275 yd | |
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak, 17 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 276 yd | |
| Earl Haig Memorial British Legion | The Royal British Legion, 23 - 25 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 284 yd | |
| Maltster's Arms Hotel | 75 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 398 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Fish & Chip | 41 Old Church Road, Whitchurch | 131 yd | |
| Bombay Mix | 7 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 275 yd | |
| Fintans Fish and Chips | 33 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 303 yd | |
| New Empire Take Away | 45 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 310 yd | |
| Mango Tree | 65 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 378 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 34 - 38 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 345 yd | |
| Iceland | 28 - 30 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 346 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Cardiff (express) Tyn-y-parc Road, Whitchurch | 357 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, 2 - 4 Park Road, Whitchurch | 556 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 8 Heol-y-deri, Rhiwbina | 1,054 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 | 86.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.