Harrismith Road is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF23 5EX is located in the Penylan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff Central. This postcode has been in use since 2007-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harrismith Road, Cardiff, CF23 5EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF23 5DG, CF23 5HY, CF23 5HU, CF23 5DB, CF23 5GA, CF23 5RL, CF23 5DH, CF23 5HZ, CF23 5DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF23 5EX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 49.5% | 53.8% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 50.5% | 46.3% | -4.2% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 41.5% | 36.8% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.1% | 44% | 1.9% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 9.8% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 7.9% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 56.6% | 51.9% | -4.7% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 30.3% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 13.8% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 65.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.9% | 11.2% | 3.3% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 3.7% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.7% | 7.1% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 5.3% | -4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 10.1% | -2.5% | 16.9% | -6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.4% | 65.2% | 10.8% | 33.8% | 31.4% |
| Other | 6% | 1.9% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 6.6% | 6.5% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 3.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 82% | 82.6% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 1.2% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 85.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 85.9% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 3% | 5.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9% | 5.9% | -3.1% | 5.6% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.2% | 85.4% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 5.5% | 10.6% | 5.1% | 9.8% | 0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.7% | 1.2% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 36.9% | 46.2% | -9.3% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 9.4% | 6.5% | 2.9% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harrismith Road was 28.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.1% lower than the Penylan average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Harrismith Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Penylan and the 253rd lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Thomas Court Harrismith Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2023-06-30 | £234,633 |
| 8 Thomas Court Harrismith Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2017-04-28 | £330,000 |
| 1 Thomas Court Harrismith Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2016-10-31 | £244,286 |
| 3 Thomas Court Harrismith Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £194,950 | 2015-11-16 | £264,023 |
| 2 Thomas Court Harrismith Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2013-10-31 | £260,135 |
CF23 5EX 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Education | 33 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roath Park Primary School Penywain Road , Roath Park CF24 4BB | - not rated | 533 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Berllan Deg Circle Way East , Llanederyrn CF23 9LD | - not rated | 729 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Albany Primary School Albany Road , Roath CF24 3RR | - not rated | 729 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Stacey Primary School Stacey Road , Roath CF24 1DW | - not rated | 1,182 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Peter's R.C. Primary School Southey Street , Roath CF24 3SP | - not rated | 1,384 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Latte Coffee House | Rear Of 62 Pen-y-lan Road, Roath | 280 yd | |
| Penylan Pantry | 72A Kimberley Road, Penylan | 331 yd | |
| Saraztro | 57 Wellfield Road, Roath | 368 yd | |
| Silures | 55 Wellfield Road, Roath | 374 yd | |
| Coffee #1 | 43 Wellfield Road, Roath | 406 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claude Hotel | The Claude, 140 Albany Road, Roath | 522 yd | |
| The Penylan Bowling Club | Penylan Bowling & Lawn Tennis Club Marlborough Road, Roath | 532 yd | |
| The Globe | 125 Albany Road, Roath | 551 yd | |
| The Andrew Buchan | 29 Albany Road, Roath | 855 yd | |
| The Royal George | The Royal George, 1 - 5 Mackintosh Place, Roath | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wellfield | 30 Wellfield Road, Roath | 420 yd | |
| Subway | 25 Wellfield Road, Roath | 454 yd | |
| Noble House | 133 Albany Road, Roath | 493 yd | |
| Baba's | 131C Albany Road, Roath | 497 yd | |
| Indigo | 132A Albany Road, Roath | 507 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 29 - 33 Wellfield Road, Roath | 336 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 97 - 99 Albany Road, Roath | 626 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd | 23 - 27 Albany Road, Roath | 869 yd | |
| Tesco | 11 - 17 Albany Road, Roath | 904 yd | |
| Shahjal Foods | Shahjalal Food Rear Of 41 Moy Road, Roath | 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 234.15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 234.15 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.