White Oaks Drive is in Old St Mellons, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF3 5EX is located in the Pontprennau and Old St Mellons electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff North. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about White Oaks Drive, Old St Mellons, Cardiff, CF3 5EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF3 5EY, CF3 5DJ, CF3 5UX, CF3 5EZ, CF3 5ET, CF3 5PW, CF3 5UU, CF3 5XE, CF3 5DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF3 5EX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 50.8% | 49.2% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50.8% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.7% | 36% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 47.7% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 9.5% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 4.5% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 43.3% | 48.3% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 32.3% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 15% | 15% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3.4% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.8% | 18% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 4.5% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 15.8% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 4.9% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 11.7% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 43.6% | 13.8% | 33.8% | 9.8% |
| Other | 7.4% | 1.5% | -5.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.7% | 79.2% | -15.5% | 81.4% | -2.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
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 | 96.2% | 88.4% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 6.9% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 88.4% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.9% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 6% | 6.5% | -0.5% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around White Oaks Drive was 83.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.2% lower than the Llanrumney average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
White Oaks Drive has the 28th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Llanrumney and the 430th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 White Oaks Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-04-12 | £257,805 |
| 1 White Oaks Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-09-24 | £374,178 |
| 5 White Oaks Drive, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2010-04-30 | £723,675 |
CF3 5EX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Johns College Newport Road , College Green CF3 5YX | - not rated | 321 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Ferntree Drive , St Mellon's CF3 0AA | - not rated | 850 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 | 893 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mellons C.I.W. Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 1,013 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Bryn Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 1,026 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 | 261 yd | |
| MILK AND SUGAR | Building 3, Eastern Business Park Wern Fawr Lane, Old St Mellons | 283 yd | |
| Tee-rex Golf | Cardiff Golf Centre Began Road, Old St Mellons | 597 yd | |
| St Mellons Church In Wales Primary School | St Mellons Church In Wales Primary School Bridge Road, Old St Mellons | 921 yd | |
| Tubbs Cafe | St Mellons Hub Crickhowell Road, Trowbridge | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 553 yd | |
| Marcus @ The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 553 yd | |
| Ty'r Winch | The Coach House Ty'r Winch Road, Old St Mellons | 580 yd | |
| The Unicorn Inn | Unicorn Inn Church Road, Old St Mellons | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crispy Cod | 950 Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 629 yd | |
| Triple Crown Takeaway | 3 Crickhowell Walk, Trowbridge | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 2 Ground Floor, St Mellons District Shopping Centre Crickhowell Road, Trowbridge | 934 yd | |
| Spar Supermarket | 2 Heol Booths, Old St Mellons | 1,021 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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| 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.