Brandreth Road is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF23 5LD is located in the Penylan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff Central. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brandreth Road, Cardiff, CF23 5LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF23 5LS, CF23 5LG, CF23 5LF, CF23 5LE, CF23 5ND, CF23 5LB, CF23 5NE, CF23 5LJ, CF23 5NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF23 5LD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 49.5% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50.5% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 CF23 5LD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.4% 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 | 16.7% | 23.3% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.8% | 64.4% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 20.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 4.7% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 7.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 52.8% | 55.7% | 2.9% | 48.4% | 7.3% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 30.4% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 11.4% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 1.7% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| 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 CF23 5LD this area, 5.5% 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 58.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.8% | 5.5% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 6.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 11.4% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 14% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.7% | 58.1% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 24.3% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.3% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 4.2% | 4.1% | -0.1% | 1.1% | 3.0% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 89.9% | 84.1% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 2.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 93% | 85.8% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 8.3% | 3.8% | 5.6% | 2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 85.8% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.4% | 10.1% | 9.8% | 0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.3% | 0.3% | -7.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brandreth Road was 17.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.0% lower than the Penylan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brandreth Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Penylan and the 140th lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.4%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Brandreth Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £605,000 | 2022-10-13 | £621,940 |
| 117 Brandreth Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-01-05 | £476,149 |
| 52 Brandreth Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2021-01-29 | £497,821 |
| 119 Brandreth Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £362,000 | 2012-01-27 | £639,117 |
| 121 Brandreth Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2003-04-04 | £495,736 |
CF23 5LD 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF23 5LD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Primary School Ontario Way , Lakeside CF23 6HB | - not rated | 853 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Roath Park Primary School Penywain Road , Roath Park CF24 4BB | - not rated | 988 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Allensbank Primary School Llanishen Street , Heath CF14 3QE | - not rated | 1,134 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| All Saints C.I.W. Primary School Ael-Y-Bryn , Llanedeyrn CF23 9LF | - not rated | 1,261 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gladstone Primary Whitchurch Road , Heath CF14 3JL | - not rated | 1,328 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ten Maryport Coffee Shop | 10 Maryport Road, Penylan | 292 yd | |
| Terra Nova Cafe | Terra Nova Cafe, Roath Park Lake Road West, Cyncoed | 495 yd | |
| St Davids Sixth Form College | St Davids Roman Catholic Sixth Form College Ty-gwyn Road, Penylan | 617 yd | |
| Cardiff Metropolitan University Catering & Hospitality Services | Cardiff Metropolitan University Cyncoed Campus Cyncoed Road, Cyncoed | 842 yd | |
| Centro and Students Union Store | Cardiff Metropolitan University Cyncoed Campus Cyncoed Road, Cyncoed | 842 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 | 26.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.