Elford Road is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF5 4JA 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 Elford Road, Cardiff, CF5 4JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF5 4HX, CF5 4HY, CF5 4JU, CF5 4JD, CF5 4HZ, CF5 4LG, CF5 4JT, CF5 4JF, CF5 4LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF5 4JA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.2% 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 | 58.4% | 55.2% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 4.2% |
| Male | 41.6% | 44.8% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -4.2% |
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 4JA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58.9% 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 | 48.1% | 58.9% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 21.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26% | 26.5% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -17.7% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 16.3% | 7.8% | -8.5% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 4.1% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 46.1% | 46% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 28.8% | 2.2% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 15.6% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 4JA this area, 29.5% 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 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.4% | 29.5% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 10.5% | -9.7% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 16.8% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 3.6% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 15% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.2% | 18.2% | 10.0% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 5.3% | 6.4% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 3.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.2% | 2.4% | -1.8% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 84.4% | 82.9% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 1.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.4% 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 | 95.1% | 88.4% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 7.6% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 3.4% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 88.4% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.7% | 76.7% | -19.0% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 32.2% | 13.5% | 18.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.4% | 37.2% | 19.2% |
| Christian | 30.5% | 46.2% | -15.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 6.4% | 6.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elford Road was 313.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 158.0% higher than the Ely average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elford Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Ely and the 63rd highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 234.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Elford Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,500 | 2023-01-13 | £180,414 |
| 41 Elford Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,850 | 2020-09-01 | £220,459 |
| 48 Elford Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2018-10-02 | £129,853 |
| 42 Elford Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £104,950 | 2016-03-31 | £154,790 |
| 29 Elford Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2014-07-22 | £128,704 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Looking after home or family | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Construction | 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 | 197 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Herbert Thompson Primary Plymouthwood Road , Ely CF5 4XD | - not rated | 1,115 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fairwater Primary School Wellwright Road , Fairwater CF5 3ED | - not rated | 1,281 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Riverbank Special School Vincent Road , Ely CF5 5AQ | - not rated | 1,404 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Gwyn Special School Vincent Road , CF5 5AQ | - not rated | 1,512 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logos Coffee Bar (Reflect Community Church) | 114 Grand Avenue, Ely | 393 yd | |
| Mintos | 27 Wilson Road, Ely | 396 yd | |
| The Salvation Army Lunch Club | The Salvation Army Aberthaw Road, Ely | 460 yd | |
| North Ely Youth Activity Centre | North Ely Youth And Community Centre Welfare Hall Pethybridge Road, Ely | 580 yd | |
| TTS GRILL | 1 Ty-cefn Road, Ely | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff West End Social Club | 348 Cowbridge Road West, Ely | 449 yd | |
| Highfields Inn | Highfield Inn Caerau Road, Caerau | 919 yd | |
| 4th Glamorgan Home Guard Club | 10 Church Road, Caerau | 1,054 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Cottage | 51 Wilson Road, Ely | 335 yd | |
| The Taste | 45 Wilson Road, Ely | 346 yd | |
| Square Pizza & Chicken Shack | 43 Wilson Road, Ely | 349 yd | |
| Wilson Road Fish Bar | Wilson Road Fish Bar, 41 Wilson Road, Ely | 351 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Ground Floor Commerical Unit 4, Homes House, 253 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 513 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NISA Supermarket | 53 Wilson Road, Ely | 347 yd | |
| Tesco | 225 - 229 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 514 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 592 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 | 60.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 87 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.