Gwenfo Drive is in Wenvoe, Cardiff and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF5 6BR 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 Gwenfo Drive, Wenvoe, Cardiff, CF5 6BR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF5 6BS, CF5 6DB, CF5 6BU, CF5 6BT, CF5 6AW, CF5 6AX, CF5 6AT, CF5 6BW, CF5 6AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF5 6BR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 50.2% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.8% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF5 6BR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.9% | 13.3% | -4.6% | 37.9% | -24.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.5% | 68.8% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 24.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 6.4% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 9.2% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 40.6% | 40.6% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 39.4% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 17.7% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.5% | 19.9% | 5.4% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 6.9% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 11.6% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.9% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 12.5% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.7% | 41.2% | 2.5% | 33.8% | 7.4% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.5% | 94% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 98.5% | 95.2% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 94.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 60.6% | 46.2% | 14.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gwenfo Drive was 34.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.0% higher than the Peterston-super-Ely average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gwenfo Drive has the 11th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Peterston-super-Ely and the 171st lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 158.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Gwenfo Drive, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-11-22 | £297,915 |
| 32 Gwenfo Drive, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2023-05-05 | £615,839 |
| 31 Gwenfo Drive, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £438,000 | 2022-07-07 | £460,794 |
| 6 Gwenfo Drive, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2021-03-26 | £491,553 |
| 19 Gwenfo Drive, Cardiff, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2021-02-01 | £367,325 |
CF5 6BR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF5 6BR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 419 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mary Immaculate R.C. High School Caerau Lane , Wenvoe CF5 5QZ | - not rated | 1,724 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ely And Caerau Children's Centre Michaelston College , Michaelston Road CF5 4SX | - not rated | 2,575 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 | 2,633 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pencoedtre High School Merthyr Dyfan Road , CF62 9YQ | - not rated | 3,262 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Walston Castle | Walston Castle Beefeater Nant Isaf | 279 yd | |
| Wenvoe Arms | Wenvoe Arms, 18 Old Port Road | 397 yd | |
| The Horse & Jockey | Horse And Jockey Inn | 809 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.