CF5 6BG is in Twyn Yr Odyn, Cardiff and The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF5 6BG is located in the Wenvoe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vale of Glamorgan. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Twyn Yr Odyn, Cardiff, CF5 6BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF5 6BG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 51.1% | 53.5% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 46.5% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 | 26.1% | 37.5% | 11.4% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 49.4% | -11.4% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 6.5% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 4.6% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.8% | 57.1% | 5.3% | 48.4% | 8.7% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 32.6% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 8.2% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 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 6BG this area, 9.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.4% | 9.2% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 8.8% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 20.2% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.9% | 48.9% | 8.0% | 33.8% | 15.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 3.1% | 2.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 98.5% | 85% | -13.5% | 81.4% | 3.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
In this area, 86.5% 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 | 96.6% | 86.5% | -10.1% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 6.5% | 6.3% | 5.6% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 86.5% | -9.3% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Hindu | 3.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Muslim | 4.7% | 6.5% | -1.8% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around CF5 6BG was 64.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 123.8% higher than the Peterston-super-Ely average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
CF5 6BG has the 7th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Peterston-super-Ely and the 160th highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 245.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ty Gwyn, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2010-05-21 | £906,984 |
| Ty Luc, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2007-12-20 | £419,788 |
| Rock House, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £499,950 | 2007-03-06 | £897,994 |
| Rock House, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £202,500 | 2005-10-07 | £383,078 |
| Deg Erw, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2004-02-05 | £773,819 |
CF5 6BG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CF5 6BG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 127 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Other | 20 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwenfo C.I.W. Primary Old Port Road , Wenvoe CF5 6AN | - not rated | 1,223 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mary Immaculate R.C. High School Caerau Lane , Wenvoe CF5 5QZ | - not rated | 1,542 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ely And Caerau Children's Centre Michaelston College , Michaelston Road CF5 4SX | - not rated | 1,942 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 | 1,980 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Nicholas C.I.W. Primary St Nicholas , CF5 6SG | - not rated | 2,926 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds Valegate Retail Park | 824 yd | |
| Burger King | Burger King | 824 yd | |
| Copthorne Hotel | Copthorne Hotel Copthorne Way | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Horse & Jockey | Horse And Jockey Inn | 4 yd | |
| The Walston Castle | Walston Castle Beefeater Nant Isaf | 707 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi | 987 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 73.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.