Pen Y Dre is in Rhiwbina, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF14 6EL 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 Pen Y Dre, Rhiwbina, Cardiff, CF14 6EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF14 6ER, CF14 1BN, CF14 1BQ, CF14 1BH, CF14 6EF, CF14 1BR, CF14 1BP, CF14 6ES, CF14 6EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF14 6EL 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 | 49.8% | 48% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 50.2% | 52% | 1.8% | 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 vicinity of CF14 6EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.3% | 25.9% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.4% | 61.8% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 4.5% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 6.4% | -1.0% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88%) 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 | 56.3% | 60% | 3.7% | 48.4% | 11.6% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 28% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 9.1% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 CF14 6EL this area, 9.2% 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 45.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.4% | 9.2% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 9.7% | 2.8% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 11.1% | -8.2% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 17.5% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.6% | 45.2% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 11.4% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 4% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 94.3% | 88.1% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 6.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 95.1% | 91.3% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 4% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 91.3% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.3% | 76.7% | 13.6% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pen Y Dre was 49.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.7% lower than the Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pen Y Dre has the 20th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Heath and the 422nd lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 84.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 109D Pen Y Dre, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2024-02-16 | £154,529 |
| 133 Pen Y Dre, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-11-02 | £197,191 |
| 131 Pen Y Dre, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2021-03-12 | £222,569 |
| Flat 109B Pen Y Dre, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2020-04-30 | £168,847 |
| 109C Pen Y Dre, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2019-12-20 | £190,322 |
CF14 6EL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhiwbeina Primary School Lon Uchaf , Rhiwbeina CF14 6HL | - not rated | 486 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenhill Special School Heol Brynglas , Rhiwbina CF14 6UJ | - not rated | 702 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Whitchurch High School Penlline Road , Whitchurch CF14 2XJ | - not rated | 1,015 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coryton Primary School Hollybush Estate , Whitchurch CF14 7DS | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanishen Fach Primary School Heol Uchaf , Rhiwbina CF14 6SS | - not rated | 1,517 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juboraj of Rhiwbina | 11 Heol-y-deri, Rhiwbina | 552 yd | |
| Masons Arms & Innkeepers Lodge | Masons Arms Toby Carvery, 21 Tyn-y-parc Road, Rhiwbina | 565 yd | |
| Coffi Lab. | 10 Heol-y-deri, Rhiwbina | 589 yd | |
| Secret Shed and Garden Centre | 1C Beulah Road, Rhiwbina | 604 yd | |
| Miss Tilley's Community Cafe | The Margaret Whittaker Lounge, Beulah United Reform Church Beulah Road, Rhiwbina | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhiwbina Recreation Club | Rhiwbina Recreation Club Lon-y-dail, Rhiwbina | 387 yd | |
| Powerleague Fives Limited | Powerleague Cardiff Manor Way, Whitchurch | 697 yd | |
| The Deri Inn | Deri Inn Heol-y-deri, Rhiwbina | 769 yd | |
| Whitchurch Golf Club | Whitchurch Golf Club Pantmawr Road, Rhiwbina | 841 yd | |
| Earl Haig Memorial British Legion | The Royal British Legion, 23 - 25 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little People Store | 2B Heol-y-deri, Rhiwbina | 595 yd | |
| Gateway of India | 236 Pantbach Road, Rhiwbina | 684 yd | |
| Ozzy's Sandwich Bar | 2 Park Road, Whitchurch | 714 yd | |
| Victoria Fish & Chip | 41 Old Church Road, Whitchurch | 798 yd | |
| Bombay Mix | 7 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 8 Heol-y-deri, Rhiwbina | 588 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Cardiff (express) Tyn-y-parc Road, Whitchurch | 607 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, 2 - 4 Park Road, Whitchurch | 714 yd | |
| Iceland | 28 - 30 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 1,074 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 34 - 38 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 1,090 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 | 180 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 350.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 32.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.