Clive Road is in Canton, Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF5 1HW is located in the Canton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clive Road, Canton, Cardiff, CF5 1HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF5 1GQ, CF5 1EJ, CF5 1HG, CF5 1HL, CF5 1HH, CF5 1HR, CF5 1HN, CF5 1QQ, CF5 1FR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF5 1HW has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 54.5% | 50% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 45.5% | 50% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 CF5 1HW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58% 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 | 48% | 58% | 10.0% | 37.9% | 20.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.8% | 25.4% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -18.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 8.8% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 5.2% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 41.4% | 51.9% | 10.5% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 32.3% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 11.5% | -4.7% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 45.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.6% | 21.4% | -6.2% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 7.8% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 10.9% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 8.9% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33% | 45.8% | 12.8% | 33.8% | 12.0% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.6% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 63.6% 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 | 7.5% | 20.8% | 13.3% | 1.1% | 19.7% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 7.1% | 0.4% | -6.7% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 72.6% | 63.6% | -9.0% | 81.4% | -17.8% |
| Arab | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 84.3% 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 | 85.7% | 84.3% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 2.3% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.9% | 3.8% | -4.1% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85% | 84% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 6.1% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.6% | 4.2% | -1.4% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 1.9% | -4.5% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 27.9% | 46.2% | -18.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 16.4% | 6.5% | 9.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clive Road was 152.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.9% higher than the Canton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clive Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Canton and the 198th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 25 Clive Court Clive Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2017-02-24 | £115,797 |
| Flat 20 Clive Court Clive Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2016-03-31 | £129,074 |
| Flat 20 Clive Court Clive Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2015-08-14 | £118,827 |
| Flat 4 Clive Court Clive Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2013-11-22 | £118,142 |
| Flat 29 Clive Court Clive Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £93,500 | 2007-08-28 | £122,440 |
CF5 1HW 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.
The percentage of student residents living in CF5 1HW 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 | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansdowne Primary School Norfolk Street , Canton CF5 1JY | - not rated | 391 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Radnor Primary School Radnor Road , Canton CF5 1RB | - not rated | 443 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Treganna Sanatorium Road , Canton CF11 8DG | - not rated | 602 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Howell's School Cardiff Road , Llandaff CF5 2YD | - not rated | 680 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fitzalan High School Lawrenny Avenue , Leckwith CF11 8XB | - not rated | 933 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apollo Pizza | Ground Floor Commercial Unit, 344 - 346 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 197 yd | |
| Joe's Cafe | 332 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 205 yd | |
| Cookies ānā Kreme Cardiff | 324 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 212 yd | |
| Apollo Pizza | 322 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 215 yd | |
| Wesley Methodist Church | Wesley Methodist Church Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 242 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clive Arms | 360 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 189 yd | |
| Victoria Park | Victoria Park Hotel, 422 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 323 yd | |
| The Lansdowne Public House | The Lansdowne, 71 Beda Road, Canton | 709 yd | |
| The Romilly | The Romilly Hotel, 69 - 71 Romilly Crescent, Pontcanna | 730 yd | |
| Butchers Arms | The Butchers Arms, 29 Llandaff Road, Canton | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton Chinese delight | 358 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 193 yd | |
| Standard Takeaway | 336 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 201 yd | |
| Mint Curry | 382 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 218 yd | |
| Zero Plus Fish Bar | 318 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 220 yd | |
| Nishirath kitchen | 428 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 352 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exotica | 366 - 370 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 199 yd | |
| Tesco | 425 - 427 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 310 yd | |
| Iceland | 194C Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 767 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | Co-operative Group Food Limited, 200 King's Road, Pontcanna | 960 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Metro Delta Street, Riverside | 987 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data Ā© 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 184.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.