Pinecrest Drive is in Thornhill, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF14 9DW 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 Pinecrest Drive, Thornhill, Cardiff, CF14 9DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF14 9EQ, CF14 9ER, CF14 9FE, CF14 9FH, CF14 9HJ, CF14 9HE, CF14 9DS, CF14 9DU, CF14 9HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF14 9DW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 51.8% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 45.9% | 48.2% | 2.3% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 9DW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.1% 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% | 44.1% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 37.4% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.8% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 12.6% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 3.2% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 61.7% | 52.7% | -9.0% | 48.4% | 4.3% |
| Good health | 25.2% | 30.9% | 5.7% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 9% | 13.8% | 4.8% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 1.8% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 9DW this area, 7.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.2% | 7.6% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 7.1% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 17.4% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 4% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 21.4% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 40% | 41.1% | 1.1% | 33.8% | 7.3% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% 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 | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.4% | 90.2% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 96.2% | 93.4% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 93.4% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pinecrest Drive was 24.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.1% lower than the Lisvane and Thornhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pinecrest Drive has the 18th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Lisvane and Thornhill and the 214th lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.0%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 Pinecrest Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-03-25 | £144,578 |
| 68 Pinecrest Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2024-09-12 | £309,211 |
| 75 Pinecrest Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £304,000 | 2023-12-12 | £316,628 |
| 49 Pinecrest Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2023-12-01 | £287,589 |
| 41 Pinecrest Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-12-02 | £291,813 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornhill Primary School Heol Hir , Thornhill CF14 9UD | - not rated | 162 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llysfaen Primary School Rowan Way , Lisvane CF14 0TB | - not rated | 1,282 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanishen High School Heol Hir , Llanishen CF14 5YL | - not rated | 1,299 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ The King R.C. Primary School Everest Avenue , Llanishen CF14 5AS | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol-Y-Wern Llangrannog Road , Llanishen CF14 5BL | - not rated | 1,413 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Cottage | The Old Cottage Cherry Orchard Road, Lisvane | 430 yd | |
| The Pendragon | The Pendragon Excalibur Drive, Thornhill | 1,054 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Excalibur Drive, Thornhill | 644 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 | 76 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 133 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.