Blaen Y Coed is in Radyr, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF15 8RL is located in the Radyr electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blaen Y Coed, Radyr, Cardiff, CF15 8RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF15 8RH, CF15 8DL, CF15 8SX, CF15 8RX, CF15 8DD, CF15 8RE, CF15 8RF, CF15 8RN, CF15 8DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF15 8RL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 51.9% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 52.2% | 48.1% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 29.8% | 31.3% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 50.8% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8% | 8.3% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 7.1% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 (90.3%) 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 | 51.3% | 59.6% | 8.3% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 30.7% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 6.3% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -6.4% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 2.5% | -3.1% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 CF15 8RL this area, 6.7% 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 45.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.9% | 6.7% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 7.1% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 15% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 19.4% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.4% | 45.8% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 12.0% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 96% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 95.3% | 92.2% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 92.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blaen Y Coed was 15.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.6% lower than the Pentyrch and St Fagans average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blaen Y Coed has the 11th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Pentyrch and St Fagans and the 119th lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Blaen Y Coed, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £397,750 | 2025-02-24 | £402,069 |
| 2 Blaen Y Coed, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2022-06-27 | £488,386 |
| 2 Blaen Y Coed, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2022-06-27 | £488,386 |
| 5 Blaen Y Coed, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £439,050 | 2022-04-29 | £480,328 |
| 28 Blaen Y Coed, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £413,000 | 2021-04-08 | £505,271 |
CF15 8RL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF15 8RL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryn Deri Primary School Caer Graig , Radyr CF15 8RD | - not rated | 375 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Radyr Primary School Park Road , Radyr CF15 8DF | - not rated | 664 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tongwynlais Primary School Merthyr Road , Tongwynlais CF15 7LF | - not rated | 1,749 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Radyr Comprehensive School Heol Isaf , Radyr CF15 8XG | - not rated | 2,019 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coryton Primary School Hollybush Estate , Whitchurch CF14 7DS | - not rated | 2,238 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Gooch artisan baker | The Orchard, 7 Park Road, Radyr | 599 yd | |
| Bronwen Watkins | 2 Heol Syr Lewis, Morganstown | 1,052 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 6.7% |
| Median download speed | 21.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 24.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 50.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 50.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 2.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.22 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.