Alexandra Road is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF5 1NU 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 Alexandra Road, Cardiff, CF5 1NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF5 1NT, CF5 1PE, CF5 1LT, CF5 1LU, CF5 1PB, CF5 1PD, CF5 1LS, CF5 1PJ, CF5 1PT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF5 1NU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 48.2% | 49.3% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 51.8% | 50.7% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 1NU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.6% 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 | 41.4% | 56.6% | 15.2% | 37.9% | 18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.4% | 26.9% | -14.5% | 44.2% | -17.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.2% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 5.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 (86.2%) 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 | 55.4% | 58.3% | 2.9% | 48.4% | 9.9% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 27.9% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 14% | 10.7% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 56%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 13.2% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 5.6% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.8% | 8% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 3.2% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 11.2% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.4% | 56% | 5.6% | 33.8% | 22.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 4.2% | 6.9% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 5.8% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| White | 84% | 84.5% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 3.1% |
| Arab | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 88.7% 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 | 85.3% | 88.7% | 3.4% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 5.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.5% | 2.7% | -3.8% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.4% | 88.7% | 4.3% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 4.6% | 7.2% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 0.3% | -7.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 38.4% | 46.2% | -7.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 8.2% | 6.5% | 1.7% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alexandra Road was 3.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.1% lower than the Canton average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Alexandra Road has the lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Canton and the 10th 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 been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70 Alexandra Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-07-04 | £225,659 |
| 42 Alexandra Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-12-17 | £358,010 |
| 46A Alexandra Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2023-02-06 | £89,458 |
| 32 Alexandra Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £367,000 | 2023-01-16 | £377,276 |
| 44 Alexandra Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-09-24 | £374,243 |
CF5 1NU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 117 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchener Primary School Kitchener Road , Canton CF11 6HT | - not rated | 443 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Radnor Primary School Radnor Road , Canton CF5 1RB | - not rated | 544 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Wyndham Crescent , Canton CF11 9EF | - not rated | 648 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Lansdowne Primary School Norfolk Street , Canton CF5 1JY | - not rated | 682 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fitzalan High School Lawrenny Avenue , Leckwith CF11 8XB | - not rated | 683 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amaze Playz | Third Floor, Alexandra House, 307 - 315 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 241 yd | |
| Taff Housing Association Community Hub | Unit 1, Alexandra House, 307 - 315 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 243 yd | |
| FFLOC | 327 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 251 yd | |
| Dino's Breakfast | 327 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 251 yd | |
| Hard Lines | Saint Canna Court Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 278 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton Liberal Club | 301 - 303 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 218 yd | |
| The Lansdowne Public House | The Lansdowne, 71 Beda Road, Canton | 231 yd | |
| Canton Cross Vaults | 1 Leckwith Road, Canton | 263 yd | |
| The Canton Hotel | 6 Llandaff Road, Riverside | 333 yd | |
| Ivor Davies | The Ivor Davies, 245 - 249 Cowbridge Road East, Riverside | 350 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 200 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 276 yd | |
| Canton Fishbar | 212 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 287 yd | |
| Mowglis Indian takeaway | 222 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 295 yd | |
| Sicilian Pizza Cardiff Ltd | 230 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 306 yd | |
| Magic grill | 225 Cowbridge Road East, Riverside | 426 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 194C Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 283 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Metro Delta Street, Riverside | 303 yd | |
| Canton Food Centre | 114 Cowbridge Road East, Riverside | 506 yd | |
| Tesco | 425 - 427 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 556 yd | |
| Exotica | 366 - 370 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 786 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 | 118.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.