Highmead Road is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF5 4GY is located in the Ely electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Highmead Road, Cardiff, CF5 4GY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF5 5BX, CF5 4HB, CF5 4HA, CF5 4GZ, CF5 4GX, CF5 4HN, CF5 4HL, CF5 5EX, CF5 4HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF5 4GY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 51.7% | 53.8% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 48.3% | 46.3% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 4GY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.9% 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 | 47.3% | 53.9% | 6.6% | 37.9% | 16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.9% | 28.2% | -3.7% | 44.2% | -16.0% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 9.8% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 44.1% | 40.3% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 33.6% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 15.7% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 6.9% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 4GY this area, 33.7% 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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.5% | 33.7% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 15.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 11.1% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 16.5% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 2.1% | -1.7% | 5.3% | -3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 15.2% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.2% | 19.3% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 1.1% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 89.2% | 82.1% | -7.1% | 81.4% | 0.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 94% | 92.2% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 91.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 6.2% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.2% | 37.2% | 15.0% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Muslim | 6.6% | 6.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Highmead Road was 76.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.8% lower than the Ely average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Highmead Road has the 33rd highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Ely and the 461st highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 Highmead Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-01-10 | £193,962 |
| 103 Highmead Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2018-06-15 | £179,142 |
| 103 Highmead Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2010-06-04 | £187,591 |
| 107 Highmead Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2008-05-07 | £138,143 |
| 107 Highmead Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2003-05-07 | £184,119 |
CF5 4GY 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.
The percentage of student residents living in CF5 4GY 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 | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis V.A. Primary School Wilson Road , Ely CF5 4JL | - not rated | 604 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Herbert Thompson Primary Plymouthwood Road , Ely CF5 4XD | - not rated | 939 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Riverbank Special School Vincent Road , Ely CF5 5AQ | - not rated | 939 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Gwyn Special School Vincent Road , CF5 5AQ | - not rated | 1,031 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trelai Primary School Bishopston Road , Ely CF5 5DY | - not rated | 1,074 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Salvation Army Lunch Club | The Salvation Army Aberthaw Road, Ely | 115 yd | |
| Logos Coffee Bar (Reflect Community Church) | 114 Grand Avenue, Ely | 346 yd | |
| Spice Entice | 103 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 446 yd | |
| TTS GRILL | 1 Ty-cefn Road, Ely | 494 yd | |
| Mintos | 27 Wilson Road, Ely | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff West End Social Club | 348 Cowbridge Road West, Ely | 230 yd | |
| Highfields Inn | Highfield Inn Caerau Road, Caerau | 695 yd | |
| 4th Glamorgan Home Guard Club | 10 Church Road, Caerau | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Ground Floor Commerical Unit 4, Homes House, 253 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 304 yd | |
| Tasty Tucker | 85 - 87 Grand Avenue, Ely | 469 yd | |
| Chicken Express | 83 Grand Avenue, Ely | 480 yd | |
| Sun Wah | 79 Grand Avenue, Ely | 502 yd | |
| Grand Fish & Chips | 67 Grand Avenue, Ely | 539 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 225 - 229 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 305 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 420 yd | |
| NISA Supermarket | 53 Wilson Road, Ely | 671 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Treseder Way, Caerau | 744 yd | |
| Farmfood Ltd | Farmfoods Ltd Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 1,029 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 | 158.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.