Cowbridge Road West is in Cardiff and in Cardiff district. CF5 5TF 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 Cowbridge Road West, Cardiff, CF5 5TF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF5 4RU, CF5 5SB, CF5 4RT, CF5 5TG, CF5 4NE, CF5 4RW, CF5 5DL, CF5 5QE, CF5 4RX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF5 5TF is primarily male, with 53.5% 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 | 51.2% | 46.5% | -4.7% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 48.8% | 53.5% | 4.7% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.3% | 40.8% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 43.3% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 9.7% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5.1% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 48.5% | 40.5% | -8.0% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 33.6% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.2% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 7.5% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 5TF this area, 31.9% 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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.5% | 31.9% | -0.6% | 18.2% | 13.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 11.6% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 15.2% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.8% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 15.2% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 20.3% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| 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 | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.7% | 3.6% | -1.1% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 89.5% | 90.3% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 97.2% | 94.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 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 | 97% | 94.3% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cowbridge Road West was 101.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.0% lower than the Caerau average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cowbridge Road West has the 15th lowest crime rate of 38 local areas in Caerau and the 359th highest crime rate of 1,028 local areas in Cardiff .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 459 Cowbridge Road West, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £199,950 | 2025-08-01 | £200,145 |
| 443 Cowbridge Road West, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-07-04 | £245,717 |
| 451 Cowbridge Road West, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2025-04-11 | £134,738 |
| 449 Cowbridge Road West, Cardiff, Cardiff Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-02-17 | £206,841 |
| The Culverhouse Hotel, 427 Cowbridge Road West, Cardiff, Cardiff Other, an established residential building | £1,096,507 | 2022-06-07 | £1,119,115 |
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ely And Caerau Children's Centre Michaelston College , Michaelston Road CF5 4SX | - not rated | 588 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 | 690 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mary Immaculate R.C. High School Caerau Lane , Wenvoe CF5 5QZ | - not rated | 834 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Francis V.A. Primary School Wilson Road , Ely CF5 4JL | - not rated | 1,282 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwenfo C.I.W. Primary Old Port Road , Wenvoe CF5 6AN | - not rated | 2,494 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilli Flames Ely | 353 Grand Avenue, Ely | 736 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Extra | 861 yd | |
| Copthorne Hotel | Copthorne Hotel Copthorne Way | 864 yd | |
| Munchies | 6 Heol Trenewydd, Caerau | 867 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Valegate Retail Park | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coopers Carvery | 427 Cowbridge Road West, Caerau | 108 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Fish Bar | 355 Grand Avenue, Ely | 731 yd | |
| Man Sang Take Away | 115 Michaelston Road, Ely | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi | 754 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra | 861 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencer Plc | 983 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 | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| 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 | 65.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.