Orchard Park Close is in St Mellons, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF3 0AT is located in the Trowbridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff South and Penarth. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Park Close, St Mellons, Cardiff, CF3 0AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF3 5UA, CF3 5UJ, CF3 0AQ, CF3 0AA, CF3 0AB, CF3 0BW, CF3 5UP, CF3 5UN, CF3 5UR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF3 0AT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.3% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.7% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 CF3 0AT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.9% 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 | 35% | 29.2% | -5.8% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 56.9% | 6.7% | 44.2% | 12.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 6% | 8.1% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 44.8% | 46.3% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 33% | 34.2% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 11.5% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 8% | 6.1% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.8% | 20.2% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 8% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 17.6% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.1% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 13% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 35.1% | 13.0% | 33.8% | 1.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 6.1% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 92.3% | 76% | -16.3% | 81.4% | -5.4% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.9% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 82.5% 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 | 91.6% | 82.5% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 4.5% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 9.6% | 4.6% | 5.6% | 4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 82.5% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 14.6% | 14.2% | 9.8% | 4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0.3% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 6% | 1.7% | 4.3% |
| Muslim | 7.3% | 6.5% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Park Close was 70.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.6% lower than the Pontprennau and Old St Mellons average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Park Close has the 30th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Pontprennau and Old St Mellons and the 487th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.3%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mourneabbey, 2 Orchard Park Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2014-01-17 | £326,899 |
| 3 Orchard Park Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2013-04-18 | £436,860 |
| 3 Orchard Park Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2010-09-22 | £436,029 |
| 3 Orchard Park Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £220,500 | 2007-12-06 | £378,211 |
| 2 Orchard Park Close, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 1999-11-22 | £415,244 |
CF3 0AT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Johns College Newport Road , College Green CF3 5YX | - not rated | 288 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Ferntree Drive , St Mellon's CF3 0AA | - not rated | 361 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mellons C.I.W. Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 520 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Bryn Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 570 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bishop Childs C.I.W. Primary School Willowbrook Drive , St Mellon's CF3 0AY | - not rated | 765 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleverchefs - Contract Catering | St Johns College William Nicholls Drive, Old St Mellons | 325 yd | |
| MILK AND SUGAR | Building 3, Eastern Business Park Wern Fawr Lane, Old St Mellons | 689 yd | |
| Tubbs Cafe | St Mellons Hub Crickhowell Road, Trowbridge | 740 yd | |
| pizza hut | 36 - 38 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 947 yd | |
| Ford Cafe | 26 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 117 yd | |
| Marcus @ The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 117 yd | |
| Ty'r Winch | The Coach House Ty'r Winch Road, Old St Mellons | 141 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crispy Cod | 950 Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 123 yd | |
| Triple Crown Takeaway | 3 Crickhowell Walk, Trowbridge | 635 yd | |
| Greggs | 72 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 848 yd | |
| Speroni Fish Bar | 72A Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 848 yd | |
| New Taj | 54 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 2 Ground Floor, St Mellons District Shopping Centre Crickhowell Road, Trowbridge | 647 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 798 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 40 - 46 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 932 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 4 - 6 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 1,030 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.