Wolfs Castle Avenue is in Llanishen, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF14 5JS is located in the Llanishen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff North. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wolfs Castle Avenue, Llanishen, Cardiff, CF14 5JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF14 5JR, CF14 5AN, CF14 5AL, CF14 5JL, CF14 5AH, CF14 5AD, CF14 5AB, CF14 5JQ, CF14 5JP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF14 5JS has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 49.3% | 48% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 50.7% | 52% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 5JS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.2% 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 | 41.4% | 43.2% | 1.8% | 37.9% | 5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 37.5% | 1.5% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 9.8% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 9% | 6.4% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 42.8% | 48.7% | 5.9% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 33.1% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 12.7% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 4% | -3.9% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 26.6% | 25.3% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.9% | 7.9% | -13.0% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 16.2% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.2% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 17.4% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 26.4% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -7.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.6% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 93.8% | 85.4% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 4.0% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
In this area, 89.4% 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 | 94.4% | 89.4% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 89.9% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.6% | 76.7% | -0.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 36.1% | 46.2% | -10.1% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 10.6% | 6.0% | 4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wolfs Castle Avenue was 109.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 187.9% higher than the Cyncoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wolfs Castle Avenue has the 12th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Cyncoed and the 332nd highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.9%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Wolfs Castle Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-08-30 | £259,802 |
| 24 Wolfs Castle Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-06-30 | £258,318 |
| 13 Wolfs Castle Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2018-05-02 | £306,866 |
| 28 Wolfs Castle Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2018-04-13 | £269,639 |
| 35 Wolfs Castle Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2017-09-19 | £294,942 |
CF14 5JS 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanishen High School Heol Hir , Llanishen CF14 5YL | - not rated | 433 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol-Y-Wern Llangrannog Road , Llanishen CF14 5BL | - not rated | 510 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ The King R.C. Primary School Everest Avenue , Llanishen CF14 5AS | - not rated | 728 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Court Special School 96a Station Road , Llanishen CF14 5UX | - not rated | 791 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coed Glas Primary School Ty Glas Avenue , Llanishen CF14 5DW | - not rated | 935 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fintans | 11 Station Road, Llanishen | 575 yd | |
| Honeybee House | 38 Station Road, Llanishen | 606 yd | |
| Coffi Lab. | 32 - 34 Station Road, Llanishen | 607 yd | |
| The Local FTG | 16 Station Road, Llanishen | 612 yd | |
| Bethel Lunch Club | Bethel Church Bethel Place, Llanishen | 629 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Inn / K-Town,/Chik Box and Locked and Loaded | Church Inn Ty Glas Road, Llanishen | 603 yd | |
| Corky's | 11 Llangranog Road, Llanishen | 760 yd | |
| The Pendragon | The Pendragon Excalibur Drive, Thornhill | 907 yd | |
| Llanishen RFC | 1 Ty Glas Avenue, Llanishen | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Excalibur Drive, Thornhill | 615 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 46 - 48 Station Road, Llanishen | 626 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Marks & Spencer Plc Unit 1, Ty Glas Retail Park Parc Ty Glas, Llanishen | 997 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 | 64.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.