Rhodfa Cambo is in Barry and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF62 5BS is located in the Baruc electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Vale of Glamorgan. This postcode has been in use since 2018-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rhodfa Cambo, Barry, CF62 5BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF62 5BZ, CF62 5UZ, CF62 5BR, CF62 5UU, CF62 5UY, CF62 5US, CF62 5UT, CF62 5UX, CF62 5DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF62 5BS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents 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 | 50.2% | 49.8% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.2% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 CF62 5BS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 62.3% 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 | 34.3% | 62.3% | 28.0% | 37.9% | 24.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 26.3% | -15.7% | 44.2% | -17.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 16.8% | 5.7% | -11.1% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 0.9% | -4.2% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
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 (91%) 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 | 45% | 63.1% | 18.1% | 48.4% | 14.7% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 27.9% | -5.5% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 6% | -9.1% | 12.7% | -6.7% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 3% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 CF62 5BS this area, 3.5% 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 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 3.5% | -21.0% | 18.2% | -14.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 2.2% | -13.2% | 9.6% | -7.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 13.6% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 2.6% | -3.3% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 28.5% | 16.5% | 16.9% | 11.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 48.7% | 28.5% | 33.8% | 14.9% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 97.8% | 92.8% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 97.6% | 90.5% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 0.2% | 4.1% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 89.9% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 2% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 70.6% | 37.2% | 33.4% |
| Christian | 21.3% | 46.2% | -24.9% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rhodfa Cambo was 71.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.9% lower than the Baruc average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rhodfa Cambo has the 48th lowest crime rate of 104 local areas in Baruc and the 145th highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Rhodfa Cambo, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2025-08-20 | £334,839 |
| 6 Rhodfa Cambo, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-01-17 | £241,515 |
| 38 Rhodfa Cambo, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-12-18 | £171,393 |
| 11 Rhodfa Cambo, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-11-22 | £236,142 |
| 8 Rhodfa Cambo, Barry, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2024-10-16 | £296,499 |
CF62 5BS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 154 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Retired | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 39 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Transport and storage | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 19 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barry Island Primary Clive Road , Barry Island CF62 5UZ | - not rated | 173 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| High Street Primary School St Paul's Avenue , Barry CF62 8HT | - not rated | 863 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Sant Baruc St Paul's Avenue , CF62 8HT | - not rated | 863 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Sant Curig College Road , CF62 8HQ | - not rated | 1,198 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gladstone Primary School Gladstone Road , CF62 8NA | - not rated | 1,233 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carousel Crepes | Barry Island Pleasure Park Friars Road | 542 yd | |
| The Beach Hut | Barry Island Pleasure Park Friars Road | 542 yd | |
| Academy Espresso Bar | Unit A, The Pumphouse Hood Road | 575 yd | |
| Romys Cafe | Romy's Cafe And Bar, 8, Esplanade Buildings Friars Road | 599 yd | |
| Whitmore & Jackson | Esplanade Buildings Friars Road | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finnegan's Inn | Finnegans Inn, 5 - 8 Station Approach Road | 511 yd | |
| Barry Island Sports & Social Club | Barry Island Sports And Social Club, 11 Redbrink Crescent | 557 yd | |
| GoodBar | Unit 9, Goodsheds Container Village Hood Road | 614 yd | |
| Academy 297 | Unit 33, Goodsheds Container Village Hood Road | 614 yd | |
| Craft Republic | Unit 1, Goodsheds Lofts Hood Road | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koi Nooshi | Unit F Neptune Road | 244 yd | |
| Finnegans Fish Bar | 1 Station Approach Road | 520 yd | |
| Sea View Fish Bar | Sea View Fish Bar, 2, Esplanade Buildings Friars Road | 599 yd | |
| Meat And Greek | Unit 10, Goodsheds Container Village Hood Road | 614 yd | |
| Greggs | Shop 3, 1 Paget Road | 622 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket | Wm Morrison Supermarkets Plc Heol Ceiniog | 744 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 239.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 36.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.