Curlew Close is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF14 1BL is located in the Rhiwbina electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff North. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Curlew Close, Cardiff, CF14 1BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF14 1BJ, CF14 1BP, CF14 6EN, CF14 7AJ, CF14 1BR, CF4 1BP, CF4 1BQ, CF14 6ES, CF14 1BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF14 1BL is primarily male, with 54.1% of the population 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 | 45.3% | 45.9% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -5.1% |
| Male | 54.7% | 54.1% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 5.1% |
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 CF14 1BL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.8% 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 | 44.1% | 47.8% | 3.7% | 37.9% | 9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34% | 31.7% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 15% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 2.2% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 41.6% | 39.7% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 36.8% | 6.4% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 14.8% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 7.2% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 17.1% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 8.8% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 15.5% | 4.9% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 13.3% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.5% | 35.9% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| White | 99.5% | 91.9% | -7.6% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 94.9% | 91.8% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 91.4% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 6.2% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.8% | 37.2% | 17.6% |
| Christian | 36.2% | 46.2% | -10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Curlew Close was 60.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.7% lower than the Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Curlew Close has the 15th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Heath and the 496th lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 95.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% 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 12 Denbigh Court Curlew Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £106,500 | 2023-09-08 | £107,368 |
| Flat 3 Denbigh Court Curlew Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2019-07-04 | £60,073 |
| Flat 6 Denbigh Court Curlew Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2019-02-22 | £104,712 |
| Flat 7 Denbigh Court Curlew Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2015-10-07 | £110,449 |
| Flat 1 Denbigh Court Curlew Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £66,250 | 2014-01-14 | £99,677 |
CF14 1BL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhiwbeina Primary School Lon Uchaf , Rhiwbeina CF14 6HL | - not rated | 741 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenhill Special School Heol Brynglas , Rhiwbina CF14 6UJ | - not rated | 829 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whitchurch High School Penlline Road , Whitchurch CF14 2XJ | - not rated | 926 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coryton Primary School Hollybush Estate , Whitchurch CF14 7DS | - not rated | 958 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanishen Fach Primary School Heol Uchaf , Rhiwbina CF14 6SS | - not rated | 1,744 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Life Whitchurch | Gee & Hayes, 16 Park Road, Whitchurch | 534 yd | |
| Gathering Ground | 12 Park Road, Whitchurch | 540 yd | |
| Coffi Lab. | 55 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 596 yd | |
| Masons Arms & Innkeepers Lodge | Masons Arms Toby Carvery, 21 Tyn-y-parc Road, Rhiwbina | 711 yd | |
| The Roundabout Cafe | Whitchurch Methodist Church Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 816 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhiwbina Recreation Club | Rhiwbina Recreation Club Lon-y-dail, Rhiwbina | 631 yd | |
| Whitchurch Golf Club | Whitchurch Golf Club Pantmawr Road, Rhiwbina | 683 yd | |
| Powerleague Fives Limited | Powerleague Cardiff Manor Way, Whitchurch | 785 yd | |
| Earl Haig Memorial British Legion | The Royal British Legion, 23 - 25 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 816 yd | |
| The Deri Inn | Deri Inn Heol-y-deri, Rhiwbina | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ozzy's Sandwich Bar | 2 Park Road, Whitchurch | 538 yd | |
| Victoria Fish & Chip | 41 Old Church Road, Whitchurch | 774 yd | |
| Little People Store | 2B Heol-y-deri, Rhiwbina | 866 yd | |
| Bombay Mix | 7 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 886 yd | |
| Gateway of India | 236 Pantbach Road, Rhiwbina | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, 2 - 4 Park Road, Whitchurch | 538 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Cardiff (express) Tyn-y-parc Road, Whitchurch | 750 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 8 Heol-y-deri, Rhiwbina | 859 yd | |
| Iceland | 28 - 30 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 1,034 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 34 - 38 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 1,060 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.