Chapel Wood is in Llanedeyrn, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF23 9EL is located in the Pentwyn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff Central. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel Wood, Llanedeyrn, Cardiff, CF23 9EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF23 9EQ, CF23 9EP, CF23 9EJ, CF23 9EN, CF23 9EH, CF23 9EG, CF23 9EF, CF23 9EE, CF23 9PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF23 9EL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 51.7% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.8% | 48.3% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF23 9EL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.9% | 46.6% | 10.7% | 37.9% | 8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 37.8% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 7.8% | -6.5% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 8% | 4.6% | -3.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.8% | 48.1% | 4.3% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 31% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 11.7% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 7.4% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.5% | 27.7% | -6.8% | 18.2% | 9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 11.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 17.9% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 3.3% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 15% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 20.5% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 7% | 4.2% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.4% | 6.7% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 5.6% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 83.2% | 70.6% | -12.6% | 81.4% | -10.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 84.8% 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 | 88.9% | 84.8% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 10% | 4.1% | 5.6% | 4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.4% | 85% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 9.8% | 9.3% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 1% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 1.7% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Middle East | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Muslim | 13.1% | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Wood was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Pentwyn average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201 Chapel Wood, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-06-27 | £190,742 |
| 219 Chapel Wood, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2023-09-29 | £173,921 |
| 210 Chapel Wood, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-11-17 | £173,030 |
| 215 Chapel Wood, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-10-10 | £158,705 |
| 214 Chapel Wood, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-08-11 | £180,351 |
The percentage of student residents living in CF23 9EL area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanedeyrn Primary School Wellwood , Llanedeyrn CF23 9JN | - not rated | 368 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Teilo's C.I.W. High School Circle Way East , CF23 9PD | - not rated | 392 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 | 498 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Springwood Primary School Pennsylvania , Llanedeyrn CF23 9LS | - not rated | 684 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Phillip Evans R.C. Primary School 134-340 Coed-Y-Gores , Llanedeyrn CF23 9NX | - not rated | 724 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churches Together Community Shop Cafe | Churches Together In Cyncoed Pentwyn And Llanedeyrn, 3 - 5 Maelfa, Llanedeyrn | 397 yd | |
| The Harvester | Harvester Circle Way East, Llanedeyrn | 609 yd | |
| Clubhouse Coffee | 5 Clarendon Road, Penylan | 731 yd | |
| Cardiff Metropolitan University Catering & Hospitality Services | Cardiff Metropolitan University Cyncoed Campus Cyncoed Road, Cyncoed | 971 yd | |
| Centro and Students Union Store | Cardiff Metropolitan University Cyncoed Campus Cyncoed Road, Cyncoed | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maealfa Fish Bar | Ground Floor Commercial Unit 5, Lewis Court Maelfa, Llanedeyrn | 397 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | Ground Floor Commercial Unit 1, Lewis Court Maelfa, Llanedeyrn | 397 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 | 68.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 98.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.