Parker Road is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF5 4NP 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 Parker Road, Cardiff, CF5 4NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF5 4NR, CF5 4PB, CF5 4PD, CF5 5DA, CF5 4NH, CF5 4NS, CF5 4NL, CF5 4NF, CF5 4NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF5 4NP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 54.2% | 49.8% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 45.8% | 50.2% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 4NP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.5% 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 | 49.6% | 57.5% | 7.9% | 37.9% | 19.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.6% | 28.5% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -15.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 6.8% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 5% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 45.8% | 39.4% | -6.4% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 35.1% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 15.8% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 7.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 4NP this area, 34.1% 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 16.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.9% | 34.1% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 15.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 12.7% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 17.7% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 5.5% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.1% | 10.9% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 16.8% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -17.0% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 91.5% | 86.6% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 5.2% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 95.8% | 92.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 92.2% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.1% | 76.7% | -10.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.3% | 13.5% | 14.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.3% | 37.2% | 20.1% |
| Christian | 27.2% | 46.2% | -19.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 5.3% | 6.5% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parker Road was 112.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.5% lower than the Ely average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parker Road has the 22nd highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Ely and the 318th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Parker Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-06-13 | £280,546 |
| 17 Parker Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2019-06-28 | £164,614 |
| 6 Parker Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2016-05-13 | £155,712 |
| 14 Parker Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2012-01-27 | £156,315 |
| 17 Parker Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £42,000 | 2001-09-14 | £151,495 |
CF5 4NP area has a very high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 12% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 32 |
| Unemployed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 516 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ely And Caerau Children's Centre Michaelston College , Michaelston Road CF5 4SX | - not rated | 966 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Fagans C.I.W. Primary School Drope Road , Michaelston Super Ely CF5 4SZ | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mary Immaculate R.C. High School Caerau Lane , Wenvoe CF5 5QZ | - not rated | 1,239 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Herbert Thompson Primary Plymouthwood Road , Ely CF5 4XD | - not rated | 1,768 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mintos | 27 Wilson Road, Ely | 334 yd | |
| Chilli Flames Ely | 353 Grand Avenue, Ely | 439 yd | |
| Munchies | 6 Heol Trenewydd, Caerau | 615 yd | |
| The Salvation Army Lunch Club | The Salvation Army Aberthaw Road, Ely | 940 yd | |
| Caer Cafe | Gospel Hall Church Road, Caerau | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields Inn | Highfield Inn Caerau Road, Caerau | 654 yd | |
| Coopers Carvery | 427 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 676 yd | |
| Cardiff West End Social Club | 348 Cowbridge Road West, Ely | 681 yd | |
| 4th Glamorgan Home Guard Club | 10 Church Road, Caerau | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Road Fish Bar | Wilson Road Fish Bar, 41 Wilson Road, Ely | 359 yd | |
| Square Pizza & Chicken Shack | 43 Wilson Road, Ely | 360 yd | |
| The Taste | 45 Wilson Road, Ely | 363 yd | |
| China Cottage | 51 Wilson Road, Ely | 374 yd | |
| Queens Fish Bar | 355 Grand Avenue, Ely | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NISA Supermarket | 53 Wilson Road, Ely | 364 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 561 yd | |
| Tesco | 225 - 229 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 632 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 | 173.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.