Alwen Drive is in Thornhill, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF14 9HD 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 Alwen Drive, Thornhill, Cardiff, CF14 9HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF14 9HJ, CF14 9HF, CF14 9HE, CF14 9HH, CF14 9FH, CF14 9HA, CF14 9DW, CF14 9FB, CF14 9DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF14 9HD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 54.3% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 48% | 45.7% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 9HD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.4% 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 | 32.4% | 32.5% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 57.4% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 13.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 6.3% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (93.3%) 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 | 54% | 62.7% | 8.7% | 48.4% | 14.3% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 30.6% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 4.9% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -7.8% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 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 9HD this area, 4.6% 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 58.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.2% | 4.6% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 4.6% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 14.7% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 14.3% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.1% | 58.4% | 13.3% | 33.8% | 24.6% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.9% 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 | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.7% | 90.9% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 9.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 94.7% | 93.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 3.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 93.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0.4% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.3% | 76.7% | 15.6% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alwen Drive was 24.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.8% lower than the Lisvane and Thornhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alwen Drive has the 17th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Lisvane and Thornhill and the 215th lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Alwen Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-10-21 | £244,519 |
| 13 Alwen Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-02-22 | £261,978 |
| 10 Alwen Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-02-16 | £227,525 |
| 20 Alwen Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-10-24 | £245,737 |
| 21 Alwen Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £252,500 | 2021-10-29 | £292,968 |
CF14 9HD 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 209 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llysfaen Primary School Rowan Way , Lisvane CF14 0TB | - not rated | 1,290 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanishen High School Heol Hir , Llanishen CF14 5YL | - not rated | 1,451 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Christ The King R.C. Primary School Everest Avenue , Llanishen CF14 5AS | - not rated | 1,478 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol-Y-Wern Llangrannog Road , Llanishen CF14 5BL | - not rated | 1,563 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 | 313 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's Excalibur Drive, Thornhill | 781 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 | 78.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.