Oakwood Avenue is in Penylan, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF23 9HB 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 Oakwood Avenue, Penylan, Cardiff, CF23 9HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF23 9EZ, CF23 9HF, CF23 9HE, CF23 9EA, CF23 9DW, CF23 9DZ, CF23 9HD, CF23 9HG, CF23 9EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF23 9HB 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 | 52% | 51.9% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48% | 48.1% | 0.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of CF23 9HB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.4% 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 | 20% | 20.8% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 60.4% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 16.2% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 6% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 11.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 40% | 37.7% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 37% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 16.5% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 7% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.7% | 20.9% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 9.2% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 10.8% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 5.2% | -2.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 15.7% | 9.4% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 35.7% | 14.6% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 7.8% | 2.4% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 5.6% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 2.5% |
| Pakistani | 5.7% | 5.2% | -0.5% | 2.7% | 2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 89.3% | 80.4% | -8.9% | 81.4% | -1.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 88.4% 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 | 92.7% | 88.4% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 7% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 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 | 92% | 88.4% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.2% | 10.2% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.7% | 0% | -7.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.4% | 37.2% | -12.8% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Hindu | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Muslim | 9.8% | 6.5% | 3.3% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakwood Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Penylan average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Oakwood Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-08-26 | £399,896 |
| 78 Oakwood Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2020-06-18 | £437,030 |
| 64 Oakwood Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2018-11-02 | £361,080 |
| 78 Oakwood Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2015-09-21 | £284,175 |
| 58 Oakwood Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2011-02-07 | £304,243 |
CF23 9HB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 9HB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanedeyrn Primary School Wellwood , Llanedeyrn CF23 9JN | - not rated | 372 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 | 601 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 | 957 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Springwood Primary School Pennsylvania , Llanedeyrn CF23 9LS | - not rated | 1,271 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Eirwg Ridgeway Road , Rumney CF3 4AB | - not rated | 1,331 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZIP by Premier Inn | Zip By Premier Inn Ipswich Road, Penylan | 383 yd | |
| Clubhouse Coffee | 5 Clarendon Road, Penylan | 421 yd | |
| Taco Bell | Unit 4, Dragon Retail Park Newport Road, Penylan | 876 yd | |
| Bean's To Coffee | 1 - 3, Lady Margaret Court Colchester Avenue, Penylan | 923 yd | |
| McDonalds | 378 Newport Road, Penylan | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rumney Conservative Club Ltd | Rumney Conservative Club, 633 Newport Road, Rumney | 819 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desi Snack | 619 Newport Road, Rumney | 843 yd | |
| Penylan Fish Bar | 6, Lady Margaret Court Colchester Avenue, Penylan | 912 yd | |
| Greggs Plc | Greggs Unit 7, Avenue Retail Park Newport Road, Penylan | 991 yd | |
| Maealfa Fish Bar | Ground Floor Commercial Unit 5, Lewis Court Maelfa, Llanedeyrn | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Dragon Retail Park Newport Road, Penylan | 876 yd | |
| Nisa Local | Ground Floor Commercial Unit 1, Lewis Court Maelfa, Llanedeyrn | 1,055 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Store Colchester Avenue, Penylan | 1,063 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 | 47.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.71 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.71 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.