Maes Y Sarn is in Pentyrch, Cardiff and in Taff-Ely district. CF15 9QR is located in the Pentyrch and St Fagans electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maes Y Sarn, Pentyrch, Cardiff, CF15 9QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF15 9AB, CF15 9PZ, CF15 9QQ, CF15 9QP, CF15 9NP, CF15 9PY, CF15 9QA, CF15 9PU, CF15 9PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF15 9QR 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 | 49% | 51.8% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 51% | 48.2% | -2.8% | 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 vicinity of CF15 9QR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.5% 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 | 21.5% | 18% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -19.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.2% | 66.5% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 22.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5% | 5.2% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 7.3% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 53% | 48.6% | -4.4% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 34.4% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 10% | 14.2% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 9QR this area, 9.1% 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 | 8.8% | 9.1% | 0.3% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 4.3% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 12.1% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 3% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 11.3% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.8% | 58.4% | 9.6% | 33.8% | 24.6% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 97.7% | 96.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 76.7% | 16.2% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 62.1% | 46.2% | 15.9% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maes Y Sarn was 11.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.5% lower than the Ely average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maes Y Sarn has the 6th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Ely and the 75th lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68 Maes Y Sarn, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2025-09-05 | £490,000 |
| 76 Maes Y Sarn, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2025-03-21 | £527,576 |
| 100 Maes Y Sarn, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2025-02-10 | £409,398 |
| 81 Maes Y Sarn, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-09-19 | £425,812 |
| 90 Maes Y Sarn, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2023-04-28 | £422,800 |
CF15 9QR 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 9QR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pentyrch Primary School Bronllwyn , Pentyrch CF15 9QL | - not rated | 547 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Craig Y Parc School Heol Y Parc , Pentyrch CF15 9NB | - not rated | 994 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Creigiau Primary School Tregarth Court , Creigiau CF15 9NN | - not rated | 2,237 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y G G Gwaelod y Garth Main Road , Gwaelodygarth CF15 9HJ | - not rated | 2,546 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ffynnon Taf Primary School Cardiff Road , Taffs Well CF15 7PR | - not rated | 2,824 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acapela Ltd | The Acapella Centre Capel Horeb Heol-y-pentre, Pentyrch | 352 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lewis Arms | Lewis Arms Heol Goch, Pentyrch | 340 yd | |
| Pentyrch Rfc | Pentyrch R F C Penuel Road, Pentyrch | 717 yd | |
| Kings Arms | The Kings Arms Church Road, Pentyrch | 994 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.