Wernfawr Lane is in St Mellons, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF3 5XA 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 Wernfawr Lane, St Mellons, Cardiff, CF3 5XA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF3 5XE, CF3 5EZ, CF3 5DH, CF3 5TY, CF3 5EY, CF3 5DE, CF3 5TX, CF3 5EX, CF3 5DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF3 5XA 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 | 49.1% | 51.2% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.8% | -2.1% | 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 5XA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.7% 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 | 26.5% | 29.1% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.7% | 56.7% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 6.7% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 6.1% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 47.5% | 46.6% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 34.9% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 14.6% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.4% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 23% | 17.9% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 10.6% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 15.2% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.6% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 13.1% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 36.2% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 1% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 3.0% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 86.2% | 85.3% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 3.9% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 90.9% | 92% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 6.2% | 1.3% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 92.4% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 6.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wernfawr Lane was 49.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.0% lower than the Llanrumney average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wernfawr Lane has the 21st lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Llanrumney and the 421st lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lawrels Wernfawr Lane, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £730,000 | 2018-06-28 | £982,286 |
| Farmhouse Wernfawr Lane, Cardiff, Cardiff Detached, an established residential building | £399,950 | 2014-02-14 | £671,391 |
| Granville Wernfawr Lane, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2011-01-07 | £435,433 |
| 3 Wernfawr Lane, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £17,370 | 2002-01-04 | £63,546 |
| Farmhouse Wernfawr Lane, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2000-08-08 | £639,834 |
CF3 5XA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 5XA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 102 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Education | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Johns College Newport Road , College Green CF3 5YX | - not rated | 274 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 | 654 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Ferntree Drive , St Mellon's CF3 0AA | - not rated | 724 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mellons C.I.W. Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 1,059 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pen-Y-Bryn Primary School Dunster Road , Llanrumney CF3 5TP | - not rated | 1,092 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 | 132 yd | |
| Cleverchefs - Contract Catering | St Johns College William Nicholls Drive, Old St Mellons | 324 yd | |
| Tee-rex Golf | Cardiff Golf Centre Began Road, Old St Mellons | 743 yd | |
| Tubbs Cafe | St Mellons Hub Crickhowell Road, Trowbridge | 869 yd | |
| Cardiff Garden Centre Restaurant | Wyevale Garden Centre Newport Road, Trowbridge | 920 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 579 yd | |
| Marcus @ The Church Inn | The Church Inn Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 579 yd | |
| Ty'r Winch | The Coach House Ty'r Winch Road, Old St Mellons | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crispy Cod | 950 Newport Road, Old St Mellons | 647 yd | |
| Triple Crown Takeaway | 3 Crickhowell Walk, Trowbridge | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 2 Ground Floor, St Mellons District Shopping Centre Crickhowell Road, Trowbridge | 725 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 | 40.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 199.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.