Alfreds Terrace is in Taffs Well, Cardiff and in Taff-Ely district. CF15 7RJ is located in the Taff's Well electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alfreds Terrace, Taffs Well, Cardiff, CF15 7RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF15 7RG, CF15 7RA, CF15 7RE, CF15 9TU, CF15 7RH, CF15 7RB, CF15 9TT, CF15 7PG, CF15 9JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF15 7RJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 51.6% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.9% | 48.4% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 41.4% | 33% | -8.4% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.7% | 39.1% | 4.4% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 16.5% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 6.4% | 0.0% | 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 (85.9%) 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 | 55.4% | 49.3% | -6.1% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 36.6% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 9.6% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
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 47.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.5% | 11.5% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 6.5% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 12.6% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 16.9% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.8% | 47.2% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 13.4% |
| Other | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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 | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 95.2% | 95.8% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 96.7% | 96.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 96.7% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 65.1% | 37.2% | 27.9% |
| Christian | 29.3% | 46.2% | -16.9% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alfreds Terrace was 129.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.8% higher than the Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alfreds Terrace has the 17th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen and the 175th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Alfreds Terrace, Cardiff, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2014-07-04 | £411,064 |
| 8 Alfreds Terrace, Cardiff, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2013-11-18 | £351,966 |
| 10 Alfreds Terrace, Cardiff, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2012-10-22 | £329,104 |
| 2 Alfreds Terrace, Cardiff, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2010-01-08 | £325,745 |
| 9 Alfreds Terrace, Cardiff, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2005-10-26 | £305,174 |
CF15 7RJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 168 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 45 |
| Education | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 31 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Other | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y G G Gwaelod y Garth Main Road , Gwaelodygarth CF15 9HJ | - not rated | 690 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ffynnon Taf Primary School Cardiff Road , Taffs Well CF15 7PR | - not rated | 783 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tongwynlais Primary School Merthyr Road , Tongwynlais CF15 7LF | - not rated | 1,648 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryn Deri Primary School Caer Graig , Radyr CF15 8RD | - not rated | 2,402 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Radyr Primary School Park Road , Radyr CF15 8DF | - not rated | 2,764 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soup Dragons at The Community Hub | Taffs Well & Nantgarw Community Hub, Cardiff Road | 904 yd | |
| Lew's Coffee Shop @ Castell Coch | Castell Coch Castle Road, Tongwynlais | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taffs Well AFC | Rhiw'r Ddar | 695 yd | |
| Taffs Well Inn | Cardiff Road | 905 yd | |
| Taffs Well Ex Service & Social Club | Cardiff Road | 1,044 yd | |
| Taffs Well RFC | Glan-Y-Llyn Industrial Estate | 1,044 yd | |
| Fagins Ale & Chop House | 8 Cardiff Road | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taffs Well Post Office | 27 Cardiff Road | 209 yd | |
| Hard Lines | Unit 13, Fairfield Industrial Estate Main Road, Gwaelod-y-garth | 369 yd | |
| Golden Well | 20 Cardiff Road | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd | 30 Cardiff Road | 306 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.