Bishopston Road is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF5 5DU is located in the Caerau electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bishopston Road, Cardiff, CF5 5DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF5 5DY, CF5 5NY, CF5 5HB, CF5 5NZ, CF5 5PB, CF5 5DT, CF5 5PD, CF5 5HA, CF5 5EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF5 5DU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% 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 | 53.6% | 55.3% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 46.4% | 44.7% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 5DU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.2% 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 | 43.9% | 47.2% | 3.3% | 37.9% | 9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.2% | 37.6% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 8% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 3.2% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 44.6% | 40.5% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 32.7% | 3.9% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 16.8% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 7.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 5DU this area, 28.5% 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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.9% | 28.5% | -12.4% | 18.2% | 10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 15.8% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 12.6% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.7% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 13.8% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.8% | 21.7% | 11.9% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.8% 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% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.0% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 10.6% | 10.6% | 2.5% | 8.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.4% | 2% | -1.4% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 91.8% | 78.8% | -13.0% | 81.4% | -2.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 86.9% 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 | 97.1% | 86.9% | -10.2% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 7.3% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 3.1% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 86.9% | -9.9% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.1% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.6% | 76.7% | -11.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.7% | 37.2% | 11.5% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bishopston Road was 89.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.1% lower than the Caerau average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bishopston Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Caerau and the 403rd 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 rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Bishopston Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-08-26 | £130,127 |
| 77 Bishopston Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2025-03-12 | £185,459 |
| 33 Bishopston Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2024-06-14 | £190,332 |
| 63 Bishopston Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2023-09-25 | £202,908 |
| 51 Bishopston Road, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2021-06-30 | £251,106 |
The percentage of student residents living in CF5 5DU 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 | 63 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Other | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trelai Primary School Bishopston Road , Ely CF5 5DY | - not rated | 320 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Gwyn Special School Vincent Road , CF5 5AQ | - not rated | 365 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Riverbank Special School Vincent Road , Ely CF5 5AQ | - not rated | 369 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Woodlands High School Vincent Road , Ely CF5 5AQ | - not rated | 405 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cardiff West Community High School Penally Road , CF5 5XP | - not rated | 409 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Entice | 103 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 472 yd | |
| Don Don YATAI | 128A Cowbridge Road West, Ely | 576 yd | |
| The Salvation Army Lunch Club | The Salvation Army Aberthaw Road, Ely | 840 yd | |
| TTS GRILL | 1 Ty-cefn Road, Ely | 850 yd | |
| Logos Coffee Bar (Reflect Community Church) | 114 Grand Avenue, Ely | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ely Conservative Club | Flat, Ely Conservative Club, 24 - 26 Cowbridge Road West, Ely | 881 yd | |
| Cardiff West End Social Club | 348 Cowbridge Road West, Ely | 953 yd | |
| 4th Glamorgan Home Guard Club | 10 Church Road, Caerau | 1,072 yd | |
| Highfields Inn | Highfield Inn Caerau Road, Caerau | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ely Fish Bar | 121 Bishopston Road, Caerau | 404 yd | |
| The Dusty Forge | Ely And Caerau Hub Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 467 yd | |
| Grand Fish & Chips | 67 Grand Avenue, Ely | 881 yd | |
| Chicken Express | 83 Grand Avenue, Ely | 883 yd | |
| Tasty Tucker | 85 - 87 Grand Avenue, Ely | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Treseder Way, Caerau | 508 yd | |
| Farmfood Ltd | Farmfoods Ltd Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 747 yd | |
| Tesco | 225 - 229 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 971 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 1,030 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 | 154.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.