Library Street is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF5 1QD 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 Library Street, Cardiff, CF5 1QD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF11 9NF, CF5 1QF, CF5 1GW, CF11 9NJ, CF11 9NA, CF5 1JB, CF11 9NG, CF5 1GX, CF11 9NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF5 1QD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.1% | 54.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 43.9% | 45.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 1QD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.8% 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 | 55.4% | 48.8% | -6.6% | 37.9% | 10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.8% | 31.3% | 5.5% | 44.2% | -12.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 12.7% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 2% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.8% | 47.4% | -9.4% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 32.9% | 2.7% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 10.2% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 7.6% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 58.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.3% | 12.3% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 4.4% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.9% | 6.3% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -7.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 14.7% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.5% | 58.7% | 6.2% | 33.8% | 24.9% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 2.5% | 0.7% | -1.8% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 92.3% | 86.6% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 5.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 91.9% | 88.8% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 5.6% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 88.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.3% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.2% | 0.3% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.8% | 37.2% | 16.6% |
| Christian | 34.8% | 46.2% | -11.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Library Street was 180.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 109.4% higher than the Canton average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Library Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Canton and the 156th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Library Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2023-07-14 | £459,675 |
| 17 Library Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £502,000 | 2022-12-09 | £512,978 |
| 4 Library Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2022-12-01 | £439,404 |
| 7 Library Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2022-08-04 | £466,791 |
| 2 Library Street, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2022-04-01 | £513,448 |
CF5 1QD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 47 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radnor Primary School Radnor Road , Canton CF5 1RB | - not rated | 341 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Mary's R.C. Primary School Wyndham Crescent , Canton CF11 9EF | - not rated | 418 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kitchener Primary School Kitchener Road , Canton CF11 6HT | - not rated | 600 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Lansdowne Primary School Norfolk Street , Canton CF5 1JY | - not rated | 772 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Treganna Sanatorium Road , Canton CF11 8DG | - not rated | 904 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hard Lines | Saint Canna Court Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 74 yd | |
| SLIZZA | 42 Llandaff Road, Riverside | 80 yd | |
| The Apothecary Tea Room | 18 Llandaff Road, Riverside | 81 yd | |
| Wingstack | The Corporation Hotel, 188 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 82 yd | |
| Capri Cafe Limited | 10 Llandaff Road, Riverside | 91 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canton Hotel | 6 Llandaff Road, Riverside | 97 yd | |
| Butchers Arms | The Butchers Arms, 29 Llandaff Road, Canton | 122 yd | |
| Canton Liberal Club | 301 - 303 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 127 yd | |
| Canton Cross Vaults | 1 Leckwith Road, Canton | 228 yd | |
| Ivor Davies | The Ivor Davies, 245 - 249 Cowbridge Road East, Riverside | 240 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 200 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 104 yd | |
| Canton Fishbar | 212 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 141 yd | |
| Mowglis Indian takeaway | 222 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 182 yd | |
| Sicilian Pizza Cardiff Ltd | 230 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 202 yd | |
| Pontcanna Grill & Pizza/Pontcanna Spice | 90 - 92 Severn Road, Pontcanna | 314 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 194C Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 60 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Metro Delta Street, Riverside | 245 yd | |
| Canton Food Centre | 114 Cowbridge Road East, Riverside | 367 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | Co-operative Group Food Limited, 200 King's Road, Pontcanna | 466 yd | |
| Tesco | 425 - 427 Cowbridge Road East, Canton | 565 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 324.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.