Pierhead View is in Penarth and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF64 1SJ is located in the St Augustine's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff South and Penarth. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pierhead View, Penarth, CF64 1SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF64 1SN, CF64 1SL, CF64 1SR, CF11 0SY, CF11 0TA, CF11 0TB, CF64 1SP, CF11 0AZ, CF64 1SH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF64 1SJ is primarily male, with 55.6% 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 | 47.4% | 44.4% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -6.6% |
| Male | 52.6% | 55.6% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 6.6% |
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 | 43.9% | 36.4% | -7.5% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 37.4% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 13.1% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 10.3% | 7.0% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 61.3% | 47.4% | -13.9% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 34.5% | 6.0% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 5.8% | 17.2% | 11.4% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
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 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.1% | 12.3% | 8.2% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 5.7% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 6.6% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -6.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.9% | 19.8% | 14.9% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 67.5% | 49.1% | -18.4% | 33.8% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.6% | 94.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 96.4% | 93.2% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 4.3% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 93.2% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 6.8% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pierhead View was 21.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.4% lower than the Plymouth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pierhead View has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Plymouth and the 95th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Ty Westonia Pierhead View, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-12-19 | £332,705 |
| 2 Ty Gwalia Pierhead View, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-12-01 | £273,897 |
| 2 Ty Westonia Pierhead View, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-11-07 | £220,835 |
| 6 Ty Gwalia Pierhead View, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-10-27 | £246,755 |
| 3 Ty Gwalia Pierhead View, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-08-18 | £173,477 |
CF64 1SJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF64 1SJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 40 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cogan Primary School Pill Street , Cogan CF64 2JS | - not rated | 623 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cogan Nursery School Cawnpore Street , Cogan CF64 2JU | - not rated | 783 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fairfield Primary School Dryden Road , CF64 2RT | - not rated | 835 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llandough Primary Dochdwy Road , Llandough CF64 2QD | - not rated | 1,063 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bute Cottage Nursery School Bute Lane , Off Grove Place CF64 2ET | - not rated | 1,106 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffi Co | Ground Floor Commercial Unit 2, Bayscape Cardiff Marina Watkiss Way, Grangetown | 194 yd | |
| Ice Arena Wales | Ice Arena Wales Olympian Drive, Grangetown | 488 yd | |
| Courts | Barons Court Penarth Road | 547 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Company | Starbucks, International Sports Village International Drive, Grangetown | 561 yd | |
| Penarth Leisure Centre | Leisure Centre Andrew Road, Cogan | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oystercatcher | The Oyster Catcher Terra Nova Way | 184 yd | |
| Cogan Coronation Club & Institute | Cogan Coronation Club, 1 Hewell Street, Cogan | 550 yd | |
| the pilot pub | Pilot Hotel, 67 Queens Road | 839 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | The Golden Lion, 69 Glebe Street | 867 yd | |
| The Windsor | The Windsor Arms, 95 Windsor Road | 916 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CT Heaven Ltd | 3 Trem Y Bae | 381 yd | |
| Spring Garden | Spring Garden Chip Shop, 5 Pill Street, Cogan | 481 yd | |
| Takeout | Takeout, 19 Tennyson Road | 837 yd | |
| Magic Wok | Magic Wok, 31 Glebe Street | 867 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | Unit 3b Dunleavy Drive, Grangetown | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Superstore Terra Nova Way | 177 yd | |
| Morrisons | Wm Morrisons International Drive, Grangetown | 655 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury's, 28 - 30 Windsor Road | 1,074 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 | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.