Park Road is in Whitchurch, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF14 7XD 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 Park Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 7XD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF14 7BQ, CF14 1AT, CF14 7AR, CF14 7AA, CF14 1BT, CF14 2AD, CF14 2AB, CF14 7BN, CF14 1BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF14 7XD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.7% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.3% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 32.5% | 34.3% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.3% | 50.4% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.9% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 4.2% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.8%) 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 | 59.7% | 63.8% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 15.4% |
| Good health | 24.1% | 23% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -10.6% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 10.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 2.5% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 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 7XD this area, 9.3% 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 58.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.6% | 9.3% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 5.9% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 12.3% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 11% | -3.5% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.8% | 58.9% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 25.1% |
| Other | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.1% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 98% | 93.6% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 94% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.7% | 37.2% | 16.5% |
| Christian | 37.1% | 46.2% | -9.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Road was 32.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.7% lower than the Whitchurch and Tongwynlais average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Park Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Whitchurch and Tongwynlais and the 282nd lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Park Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Other, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2022-01-14 | £389,806 |
| 6 Park Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Other, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2018-12-19 | £340,350 |
CF14 7XD 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitchurch High School Penlline Road , Whitchurch CF14 2XJ | - not rated | 423 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coryton Primary School Hollybush Estate , Whitchurch CF14 7DS | - not rated | 1,090 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhiwbeina Primary School Lon Uchaf , Rhiwbeina CF14 6HL | - not rated | 1,191 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenhill Special School Heol Brynglas , Rhiwbina CF14 6UJ | - not rated | 1,378 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Radyr Comprehensive School Heol Isaf , Radyr CF15 8XG | - not rated | 1,866 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gathering Ground | 12 Park Road, Whitchurch | 27 yd | |
| Sushi Life Whitchurch | Gee & Hayes, 16 Park Road, Whitchurch | 46 yd | |
| Coffi Lab. | 55 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 50 yd | |
| The Roundabout Cafe | Whitchurch Methodist Church Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 365 yd | |
| India Gate | 17 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 386 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earl Haig Memorial British Legion | The Royal British Legion, 23 - 25 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 365 yd | |
| The Plough | 1 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 494 yd | |
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak, 17 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 536 yd | |
| Powerleague Fives Limited | Powerleague Cardiff Manor Way, Whitchurch | 660 yd | |
| Maltster's Arms Hotel | 75 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ozzy's Sandwich Bar | 2 Park Road, Whitchurch | 28 yd | |
| Victoria Fish & Chip | 41 Old Church Road, Whitchurch | 428 yd | |
| Bombay Mix | 7 Penlline Road, Whitchurch | 444 yd | |
| Fintans Fish and Chips | 33 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 582 yd | |
| New Empire Take Away | 45 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, 2 - 4 Park Road, Whitchurch | 28 yd | |
| Iceland | 28 - 30 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 591 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 34 - 38 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch | 631 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Cardiff (express) Tyn-y-parc Road, Whitchurch | 752 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.