CF4 4LX is in Grand Avenue, Cardiff and Cardiff district. CF4 4LX is located in the Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grand Avenue, Cardiff, CF4 4LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF14 4LU, CF14 4LX, CF14 4NA, CF14 4LT, CF14 4LZ, CF14 4NB, CF14 4HA, CF14 4BN, CF14 4HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF4 4LX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.5% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.5% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 CF4 4LX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.3% 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 | 21.5% | 26% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.1% | 67.3% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 23.1% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 3% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -6.1% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 3% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 62.5% | 60.1% | -2.4% | 48.4% | 11.7% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 31.4% | 4.3% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 7.7% | 7.3% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -5.4% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 CF4 4LX this area, 5.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 56.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.5% | 5.6% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 6.3% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 14.2% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 11.9% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 56.1% | 56.7% | 0.6% | 33.8% | 22.9% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 94.2% | 94.8% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 97.5% | 95.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 95.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.3% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 76.7% | 16.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 3.6% | 13.5% | -9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around CF4 4LX was 97.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.9% higher than the Heath average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
CF4 4LX has the 7th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Heath and the 349th highest crime rate of 1,016 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 92.0%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 1999-08-03 | £441,471 |
CF4 4LX 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 33 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ton-Yr-Ywen Primary School Maes-Y-Coed Road , Heath CF14 4HG | - not rated | 398 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cardiff Montessori School and Nursery Golden Gate , 73 Ty Glas Avenue CF14 5DX | - not rated | 986 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Cardiff High School Llandennis Road , Cyncoed CF23 6WG | - not rated | 1,084 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhydypenau Primary School Rhyd Y Penau Road , Cyncoed CF14 0NX | - not rated | 1,109 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Birchgrove Primary School Birchgrove Road , Heath CF14 1RR | - not rated | 1,272 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aroma Coffee Outlet | Woodland House Maes-y-coed Road, Heath | 538 yd | |
| Ostuni | 312 Heathwood Road, Cyncoed | 804 yd | |
| Villaggio lakeside | 5 Fidlas Road, Cyncoed | 808 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Company | Unit 4a, Ty Glas Retail Park Parc Ty Glas, Llanishen | 894 yd | |
| Coffee Plus | 16 Rhyd Y Penau Road, Cyncoed | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Arches | Three Arches Heathwood Road, Cyncoed | 659 yd | |
| Cardiff Model Engineering Soc | Model Railway, Heath Park King George V Drive East, Heath | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Maes-y-coed Road, Heath | 161 yd | |
| Canton Chop Suey House | 319 Caerphilly Road, Heath | 943 yd | |
| Golden Bbq | 112 Caerphilly Road, Heath | 1,044 yd | |
| The Fisheries | 127 Caerphilly Road, Heath | 1,060 yd | |
| Delhi Cuisine | 119 Caerphilly Road, Heath | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express Maes-y-coed Road, Heath | 593 yd | |
| Lidl Foodstores | Lidl, 170 Maes-y-coed Road, Heath | 933 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Supermarket Caerphilly Road, Heath | 953 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 122 Caerphilly Road, Heath | 1,005 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Marks & Spencer Plc Unit 1, Ty Glas Retail Park Parc Ty Glas, Llanishen | 1,026 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.