Newport Road is in Old St Mellons, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF3 5UG 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 Newport Road, Old St Mellons, Cardiff, CF3 5UG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF3 5FX, CF3 0UJ, CF3 0DU, CF3 0DW, CF3 0DT, CF3 5SW, CF3 5TZ, CF3 0DL, CF3 0DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF3 5UG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.2% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.8% | -1.4% | 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 vicinity of CF3 5UG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.4% 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 | 26.7% | 18.9% | -7.8% | 37.9% | -19.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 65.4% | 6.5% | 44.2% | 21.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 7.9% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 6.4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 43.8% | 50.9% | 7.1% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 41.4% | 30.8% | -10.6% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 15.3% | 5.6% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 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 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.3% | 17% | 3.7% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 5.7% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 8.9% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 4.3% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 11.7% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.7% | 48.9% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 15.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.5% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 7.3% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 4.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 87% | 80.7% | -6.3% | 81.4% | -0.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 85.9% 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 | 91.8% | 85.9% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.8% | 9% | 4.2% | 5.6% | 3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 85.4% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 10.7% | 9.5% | 9.8% | 0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 1.2% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.2% | 37.2% | -7.0% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Hindu | 5.4% | 1.7% | 3.7% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newport Road was 193.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 147.0% higher than the Pontprennau and Old St Mellons average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Newport Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Pontprennau and Old St Mellons and the 139th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 49.6%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mellons Service Station Newport Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £246,750 | 2004-12-06 | £461,080 |
CF3 5UG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CF3 5UG 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 retired residents living in CF3 5UG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Childs C.I.W. Primary School Willowbrook Drive , St Mellon's CF3 0AY | - not rated | 448 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Johns College Newport Road , College Green CF3 5YX | - not rated | 627 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Ferntree Drive , St Mellon's CF3 0AA | - not rated | 846 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mellons C.I.W. Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 1,371 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Bryn Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 1,422 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MILK AND SUGAR | Building 3, Eastern Business Park Wern Fawr Lane, Old St Mellons | 387 yd | |
| Cardiff Garden Centre Restaurant | Wyevale Garden Centre Newport Road, Trowbridge | 516 yd | |
| Botanic Kitchen Wyevale | Cardiff A, Wyevale Garden Centre Newport Road, Trowbridge | 516 yd | |
| Cleverchefs - Contract Catering | St Johns College William Nicholls Drive, Old St Mellons | 721 yd | |
| Tubbs Cafe | St Mellons Hub Crickhowell Road, Trowbridge | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 916 yd | |
| Marcus @ The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 916 yd | |
| Melrose Inn | Melrose Inn Vaindre Lane, Trowbridge | 929 yd | |
| Ty'r Winch | The Coach House Ty'r Winch Road, Old St Mellons | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple Crown Takeaway | 3 Crickhowell Walk, Trowbridge | 637 yd | |
| Crispy Cod | 950 Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 2 Ground Floor, St Mellons District Shopping Centre Crickhowell Road, Trowbridge | 643 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.