Malmsmead Road is in Llanrumney, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF3 5QH is located in the Llanrumney 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 Malmsmead Road, Llanrumney, Cardiff, CF3 5QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF3 5QE, CF3 5QL, CF3 5QF, CF3 5QG, CF3 5QJ, CF3 5PS, CF3 5QX, CF3 5PR, CF3 5PQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF3 5QH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 53.3% | 48.8% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 46.7% | 51.2% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 CF3 5QH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50% 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 | 38.7% | 50% | 11.3% | 37.9% | 12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 30.9% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -13.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 7.8% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 6.6% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 37.9% | 50% | 12.1% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 28.6% | -6.6% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 13.3% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 11.2% | 5.5% | -5.7% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
In the area around CF3 5QH this area, 29.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.5% | 29.5% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 14.3% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 12.8% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.8% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 15.1% | 7.8% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.1% | 18.2% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.1% 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 | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 3.6% | 17.1% | 13.5% | 2.5% | 14.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 87.9% | 74.1% | -13.8% | 81.4% | -7.3% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 83.6% 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 | 91.4% | 83.6% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 0.4% |
| European Union | 3% | 5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 9.1% | 5.8% | 2.7% | 6.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 83.8% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 0.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 9.9% | 8.1% | 9.8% | 0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 3.9% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.6% | 76.7% | -10.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 33.1% | 46.2% | -13.1% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 9.6% | 6.5% | 3.1% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Malmsmead Road was 116.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.8% higher than the Llanrumney average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Malmsmead Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Llanrumney and the 306th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Malmsmead Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2015-09-11 | £165,906 |
| 66 Malmsmead Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2014-02-27 | £155,758 |
| 40 Malmsmead Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2009-12-22 | £187,934 |
| 61 Malmsmead Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £75,500 | 2009-07-13 | £146,996 |
| 64 Malmsmead Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £94,950 | 2006-05-22 | £179,758 |
CF3 5QH 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.
The percentage of student residents living in CF3 5QH 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 | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Cadoc's Primary School Shaw Close , Llanrumney CF3 5NX | - not rated | 299 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glan-Yr-Afon Primary Browing Close , Llanrumney CF3 5NJ | - not rated | 522 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Bryn Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 579 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mellons C.I.W. Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 649 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Johns College Newport Road , College Green CF3 5YX | - not rated | 900 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Phoenix Kitchen | John Reynolds Centre Shaw Close, Llanrumney | 430 yd | |
| pizza hut | 36 - 38 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 727 yd | |
| Ford Cafe | 26 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 760 yd | |
| Elior Uk Limited | Babcock Fire Services, Cardiff Gate Training And Development Centre Church Road, Old St Mellons | 784 yd | |
| Cleverchefs - Contract Catering | St Johns College William Nicholls Drive, Old St Mellons | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ty'r Winch | The Coach House Ty'r Winch Road, Old St Mellons | 670 yd | |
| The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 696 yd | |
| Marcus @ The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 696 yd | |
| The Unicorn Inn | Unicorn Inn Church Road, Old St Mellons | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llanrumney Takeaway Limited | First And Second Floor, 187 Burnham Avenue, Llanrumney | 313 yd | |
| Greggs | 72 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 628 yd | |
| Speroni Fish Bar | 72A Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 628 yd | |
| New Taj | 54 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 679 yd | |
| Red Dragon | 50 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 563 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 40 - 46 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 712 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 4 - 6 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 816 yd | |
| Spar Supermarket | 2 Heol Booths, Old St Mellons | 991 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 | 73.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.