Geraint Close is in Thornhill, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF14 9BE is located in the Lisvane and Thornhill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff North. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Geraint Close, Thornhill, Cardiff, CF14 9BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF14 9AS, CF14 9BD, CF14 5JZ, CF14 9HP, CF14 9AP, CF14 9AQ, CF14 9AY, CF14 5HJ, CF14 9AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF14 9BE is primarily male, with 53.4% 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 | 52.8% | 46.6% | -6.2% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 47.2% | 53.4% | 6.2% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 9BE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.1% 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 | 40.9% | 52.1% | 11.2% | 37.9% | 14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 29.7% | -9.2% | 44.2% | -14.5% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 2.1% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 10.6% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 46.8% | 41.7% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 36% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 18% | 7.1% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 2.1% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 17.3% | 11.9% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 14.9% | 2.4% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 10.2% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 15.7% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.2% | 40% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 6.2% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.7% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.4% | 97.9% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 92.9% | 93.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 3.5% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 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 | 92.1% | 92.9% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1.4% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Geraint Close was 8.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.6% lower than the Lisvane and Thornhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Geraint Close has the 6th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Lisvane and Thornhill and the 40th lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Geraint Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £225,010 | 2023-04-12 | £237,241 |
| 6 Geraint Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2022-12-16 | £243,689 |
| 17 Geraint Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2017-11-17 | £241,381 |
| 8 Geraint Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2017-03-24 | £324,476 |
| 1 Geraint Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2015-04-28 | £381,277 |
CF14 9BE 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 | 86 |
| Other | 46 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol-Y-Wern Llangrannog Road , Llanishen CF14 5BL | - not rated | 499 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanishen Fach Primary School Heol Uchaf , Rhiwbina CF14 6SS | - not rated | 800 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Thornhill Primary School Heol Hir , Thornhill CF14 9UD | - not rated | 1,033 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanishen High School Heol Hir , Llanishen CF14 5YL | - not rated | 1,084 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ The King R.C. Primary School Everest Avenue , Llanishen CF14 5AS | - not rated | 1,379 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue Welsh Cake Cafe | 13 Llangranog Road, Llanishen | 481 yd | |
| Dusty's | 9 Llangranog Road, Llanishen | 487 yd | |
| Bethel Lunch Club | Bethel Church Bethel Place, Llanishen | 507 yd | |
| Nine Giants | Nine Giants Hotel Thornhill Road, Rhiwbina | 997 yd | |
| Caffe Fach | 91 Heol Llanishen Fach, Rhiwbina | 1,058 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pendragon | The Pendragon Excalibur Drive, Thornhill | 295 yd | |
| Corky's | 11 Llangranog Road, Llanishen | 482 yd | |
| Church Inn / K-Town,/Chik Box and Locked and Loaded | Church Inn Ty Glas Road, Llanishen | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Greggs Heol Llanishen Fach, Rhiwbina | 846 yd | |
| Mandarin Chinese Takeaway | 95A Heol Llanishen Fach, Rhiwbina | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Excalibur Drive, Thornhill | 458 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd Heol Llanishen Fach, Rhiwbina | 846 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 | 75.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.