Pentrebane Road is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF5 3RB is located in the Fairwater electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pentrebane Road, Cardiff, CF5 3RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF5 3RH, CF5 3RG, CF5 3TY, CF5 3RF, CF5 3UA, CF5 3SJ, CF5 3RQ, CF5 3TZ, CF5 3SL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF5 3RB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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% | 52.8% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 44% | 47.2% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33% | 38.1% | 5.1% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 34.7% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 14.7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 18.9% | 10.6% | -8.3% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.5% | 40.3% | 9.8% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 29.1% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 19.4% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 13.6% | 7.5% | -6.1% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 CF5 3RB this area, 28.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.5% | 28.9% | -19.6% | 18.2% | 10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7.1% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 15% | 3.3% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.5% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.4% | 15% | 8.6% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 22.6% | 12.0% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.8% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96% | 96.9% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 96.7% | 97.2% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 97.2% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pentrebane Road was 58.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.2% lower than the Fairwater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pentrebane Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Fairwater and the 484th lowest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 143 Pentrebane Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-09-06 | £255,721 |
| 135 Pentrebane Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-04-28 | £245,758 |
| 181 Pentrebane Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-03-10 | £247,462 |
| 131 Pentrebane Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-10-19 | £230,378 |
| 167 Pentrebane Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2020-05-07 | £267,943 |
CF5 3RB 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Nant Caerau Caerau Lane , Caerau CF5 5QZ | - not rated | 305 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Coed-Y-Gof Beechley Drive , Pentrebane CF5 3SG | - not rated | 380 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentrebane Primary School Beechley Drive , Pentrebane CF5 3SG | - not rated | 393 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Holy Family R.C. Primary School Beechley Drive , Pentrebane CF5 3SN | - not rated | 407 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Plasmawr Pentrebane Road , Tyllgoed CF5 3PZ | - not rated | 752 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emily's Cafe | Pentrebane Community Centre Lavender Grove, Fairwater | 255 yd | |
| Fairwater Café | 60 Plas Mawr Road, Fairwater | 766 yd | |
| Ysgol Gynradd Groes -Wen Primary School | Ysgol Gynradd Groes-wen Primary School Rhodfa Plasdwr, St Fagans | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab king | 125 Firs Avenue, Fairwater | 413 yd | |
| Rabaiottis Fairwater Fish Bar | 58 Plas Mawr Road, Fairwater | 765 yd | |
| Yummies | 56A Plas Mawr Road, Fairwater | 766 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 | 151.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 293.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.