New Road is in Rumney, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF3 3AE is located in the Rumney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff South and Penarth. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Road, Rumney, Cardiff, CF3 3AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF3 3BR, CF3 3AT, CF3 3AR, CF3 3BQ, CF3 3BX, CF3 3AS, CF3 3BZ, CF3 8BN, CF3 3BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF3 3AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.2% | 51.5% | -4.7% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 43.8% | 48.5% | 4.7% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 CF3 3AE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% 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 | 32.2% | 32.2% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 51.9% | 2.9% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 7% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 47.9% | 46.8% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 35.1% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 11% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 4.7% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 26.7% | 21.5% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 9.4% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 14.8% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 4.3% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 16% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 32% | 13.6% | 33.8% | -1.8% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 3.1% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 91.8% | 89.4% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 8.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
In this area, 92.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.5% | 92.7% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 92.7% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Hindu | 4.6% | 1.7% | 2.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Road was 183.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.9% higher than the Llanrumney average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
New Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Llanrumney and the 153rd highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 162 New Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-08-18 | £275,536 |
| 119 New Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2024-10-11 | £354,306 |
| 132 New Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £259,000 | 2022-05-27 | £280,857 |
| 111 New Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £289,500 | 2022-05-27 | £313,930 |
| 111 New Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £269,000 | 2021-09-24 | £314,957 |
CF3 3AE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenway Primary School Llanstephan Road , Rumney CF3 3JG | - not rated | 991 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Eirwg Ridgeway Road , Rumney CF3 4AB | - not rated | 1,245 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 | 1,701 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanedeyrn Primary School Wellwood , Llanedeyrn CF23 9JN | - not rated | 1,750 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eastern High Trowbridge Road , Eastern Community Campus CF3 1XZ | - not rated | 1,773 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maria's Coffee and Sandwich Shop | 129 Wentloog Road, Rumney | 365 yd | |
| Lamby Way Cardiff Catering Commercial | Lamby Way Cleansing Depot Lamby Way, Trowbridge | 598 yd | |
| Lantern Garden | 756 Newport Road, Rumney | 706 yd | |
| The Danish Bakery Limited / Brod | Unit 14, River Bridge Business Centre Rhymney River Bridge Road, Penylan | 825 yd | |
| Kaspas | 763 Newport Road, Llanrumney | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rumney Conservative Club Ltd | Rumney Conservative Club, 633 Newport Road, Rumney | 790 yd | |
| Cross Inn | Ye Cross Inn, 783 Newport Road, Llanrumney | 913 yd | |
| Llanrumney RBL Club Ltd | The Royal British Legion British Legion Drive, Llanrumney | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Original Rumney Balti | 198 New Road, Rumney | 239 yd | |
| Big Fish | Flat, 100 Wentloog Road, Rumney | 314 yd | |
| Rumney Fish Bar Ltd | 92 Wentloog Road, Rumney | 333 yd | |
| Silver Dragon | 88 Wentloog Road, Rumney | 340 yd | |
| Desi Snack | 619 Newport Road, Rumney | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys Supermarket | Sainsbury's Supermarket Limited, 751 Newport Road, Llanrumney | 879 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 | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| 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 | 4.5% |
| Median download speed | 45.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 153.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.