Cowbridge Road East is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF5 1JJ 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 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff, CF5 1JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF5 1HS, CF5 1WZ, CF5 1HT, CF5 1HE, CF5 1JL, CF5 1HN, CF5 1JZ, CF5 1BA, CF5 1LA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF5 1JJ 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 | 51.4% | 50.5% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.5% | 0.9% | 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 area around CF5 1JJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.5% 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 | 46.4% | 47.5% | 1.1% | 37.9% | 9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40% | 37.4% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7.6% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 49% | 51.5% | 2.5% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 30% | -2.2% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 12.1% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 5.2% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 46.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.3% | 17.3% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 5.5% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 10.1% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.1% | 11.8% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.6% | 46.8% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 13.0% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3.8% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.9% 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 | 6.6% | 3.9% | -2.7% | 1.1% | 2.8% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 6.5% | 6.2% | 2.5% | 4.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 79% | 73.9% | -5.1% | 81.4% | -7.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 86.2% 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 | 82.2% | 86.2% | 4.0% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 3.9% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.4% | 4.9% | -4.5% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| 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 | 81.8% | 85.7% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 9.1% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.5% | 0% | -11.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| North Africa | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 31.9% | 46.2% | -14.3% |
| Muslim | 14% | 6.5% | 7.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cowbridge Road East was 12.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.4% lower than the Canton average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Cowbridge Road East has the 4th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Canton and the 88th lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 378 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2022-10-27 | £175,199 |
| 400 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-12-10 | £362,620 |
| 408 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2019-08-07 | £176,996 |
| 402 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2016-06-16 | £194,810 |
| 378 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2008-12-22 | £174,617 |
CF5 1JJ 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 1JJ 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansdowne Primary School Norfolk Street , Canton CF5 1JY | - not rated | 233 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Treganna Sanatorium Road , Canton CF11 8DG | - not rated | 411 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Radnor Primary School Radnor Road , Canton CF5 1RB | - not rated | 591 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fitzalan High School Lawrenny Avenue , Leckwith CF11 8XB | - not rated | 772 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Howell's School Cardiff Road , Llandaff CF5 2YD | - not rated | 890 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 | 160 yd | |
| Wesley Methodist Church | Wesley Methodist Church Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 177 yd | |
| Joe's Cafe | 332 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 194 yd | |
| Star of Wales | 438 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 198 yd | |
| Red Chilli restaurant | 442C Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clive Arms | 360 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 110 yd | |
| Victoria Park | Victoria Park Hotel, 422 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 135 yd | |
| The Lansdowne Public House | The Lansdowne, 71 Beda Road, Canton | 671 yd | |
| Canton Liberal Club | 301 - 303 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 842 yd | |
| Butchers Arms | The Butchers Arms, 29 Llandaff Road, Canton | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mint Curry | 382 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 22 yd | |
| Canton Chinese delight | 358 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 121 yd | |
| Nishirath kitchen | 428 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 169 yd | |
| Standard Takeaway | 336 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 183 yd | |
| Han Sing | 436 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 193 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exotica | 366 - 370 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 78 yd | |
| Tesco | 425 - 427 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 312 yd | |
| Iceland | 194C Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 854 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Metro Delta Street, Riverside | 1,058 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.