Caerau Lane is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF5 5HQ 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 Caerau Lane, Cardiff, CF5 5HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF5 5JE, CF5 5JF, CF5 5HL, CF5 5JB, CF5 5HZ, CF5 5JG, CF5 5HU, CF5 5JD, CF5 5HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF5 5HQ is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population 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 | 55% | 46.7% | -8.3% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 45% | 53.3% | 8.3% | 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 5HQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.1% 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 | 36.8% | 47.1% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 30.5% | -5.5% | 44.2% | -13.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 12.6% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 7.2% | -3.7% | 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 | 38% | 37.9% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -10.5% |
| Good health | 27.7% | 35.5% | 7.8% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 14.8% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 14.3% | 9% | -5.3% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 6.3% | 2.8% | -3.5% | 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 5HQ this area, 32.3% 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 13.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.9% | 32.3% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 15.7% | 2.3% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 17% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.3% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 12.6% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 13.5% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -20.3% |
| Other | 7.7% | 2.7% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 94.7% | 86.5% | -8.2% | 81.4% | 5.1% |
| Arab | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 90.2% 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% | 90.2% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 4.9% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 89.6% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.6% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 76.7% | -4.4% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caerau Lane was 160.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.5% higher than the Caerau average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Caerau Lane has the 12th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Caerau and the 184th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 Caerau Lane, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £124,500 | 2008-11-28 | £238,335 |
| 58 Caerau Lane, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2006-02-17 | £248,401 |
| 36B Caerau Lane, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2005-08-01 | £133,755 |
| 44 Caerau Lane, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2002-05-20 | £368,135 |
| 36B Caerau Lane, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2001-01-19 | £188,049 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 582 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mary Immaculate R.C. High School Caerau Lane , Wenvoe CF5 5QZ | - not rated | 1,285 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Riverbank Special School Vincent Road , Ely CF5 5AQ | - not rated | 1,372 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trelai Primary School Bishopston Road , Ely CF5 5DY | - not rated | 1,422 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Gwyn Special School Vincent Road , CF5 5AQ | - not rated | 1,433 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 | 388 yd | |
| Munchies | 6 Heol Trenewydd, Caerau | 475 yd | |
| Caer Cafe | Gospel Hall Church Road, Caerau | 591 yd | |
| The Salvation Army Lunch Club | The Salvation Army Aberthaw Road, Ely | 618 yd | |
| Logos Coffee Bar (Reflect Community Church) | 114 Grand Avenue, Ely | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields Inn | Highfield Inn Caerau Road, Caerau | 243 yd | |
| Cardiff West End Social Club | 348 Cowbridge Road West, Ely | 333 yd | |
| 4th Glamorgan Home Guard Club | 10 Church Road, Caerau | 384 yd | |
| Coopers Carvery | 427 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Ground Floor Commerical Unit 4, Homes House, 253 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 240 yd | |
| Wilson Road Fish Bar | Wilson Road Fish Bar, 41 Wilson Road, Ely | 463 yd | |
| Square Pizza & Chicken Shack | 43 Wilson Road, Ely | 470 yd | |
| The Taste | 45 Wilson Road, Ely | 479 yd | |
| China Cottage | 51 Wilson Road, Ely | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 119 yd | |
| Tesco | 225 - 229 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 240 yd | |
| NISA Supermarket | 53 Wilson Road, Ely | 514 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 | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.