Countisbury Avenue is in Llanrumney, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF3 5SQ 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 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney, Cardiff, CF3 5SQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF3 5TS, CF3 5RP, CF3 5RH, CF3 5SN, CF3 5SF, CF3 5SH, CF3 5RL, CF3 5SL, CF3 5TU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF3 5SQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.3% | 50.8% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 45.7% | 49.2% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 5SQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.4% 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 | 28.1% | 46.4% | 18.3% | 37.9% | 8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 30.7% | -12.6% | 44.2% | -13.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 11.8% | -3.9% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 6.9% | -4.6% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.7% | 33.5% | -5.2% | 48.4% | -14.9% |
| Good health | 26.2% | 33% | 6.8% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 24.2% | 18.3% | -5.9% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 12.1% | 3.9% | 4.0% | 8.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 3.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 5SQ this area, 42.8% 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 18.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.4% | 42.8% | 0.4% | 18.2% | 24.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 7.8% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 10.8% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.2% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 10.8% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.7% | 18.6% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -15.2% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 5.5% | 2.8% | -2.7% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 4.7% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 85.2% | 80.1% | -5.1% | 81.4% | -1.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
In this area, 84% 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 | 89.5% | 84% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 3.1% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 6.5% | 2.6% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.5% | 83.5% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 0.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 8.2% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.9% | 0.5% | -5.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 5.4% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.5% | 76.7% | -17.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Turkey | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 32% | 13.5% | 18.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 38.4% | 46.2% | -7.8% |
| Muslim | 8% | 6.5% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Countisbury Avenue was 374.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 247.7% higher than the Llanrumney average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Countisbury Avenue has the 2nd highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Llanrumney and the 51st highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 108.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1A Countisbury Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Other, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2013-10-16 | £579,730 |
| Unit 2 Countisbury Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff Other, an established residential building | £246,000 | 2012-12-18 | £380,531 |
CF3 5SQ 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.
| Retired | 65 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 58 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Other | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pen-Y-Bryn Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 232 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mellons C.I.W. Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 308 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Cadoc's Primary School Shaw Close , Llanrumney CF3 5NX | - not rated | 679 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Illtyds R.C. High School Newport Road , Rumney CF3 1XQ | - not rated | 717 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glan-Yr-Afon Primary Browing Close , Llanrumney CF3 5NJ | - not rated | 789 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| pizza hut | 36 - 38 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 190 yd | |
| Ford Cafe | 26 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 227 yd | |
| The Phoenix Kitchen | John Reynolds Centre Shaw Close, Llanrumney | 769 yd | |
| Cleverchefs - Contract Catering | St Johns College William Nicholls Drive, Old St Mellons | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ty'r Winch | The Coach House Ty'r Winch Road, Old St Mellons | 690 yd | |
| The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 727 yd | |
| Marcus @ The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 72 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 77 yd | |
| Speroni Fish Bar | 72A Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 77 yd | |
| New Taj | 54 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 138 yd | |
| Red Dragon | 50 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 149 yd | |
| Pizza Choice | 22 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 238 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 7 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 40 - 46 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 173 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 4 - 6 Countisbury Avenue, Llanrumney | 287 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.