Shakespeare Avenue is in Penarth and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF64 2RX is located in the Cornerswell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cardiff South and Penarth. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shakespeare Avenue, Penarth, CF64 2RX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF64 2SA, CF64 2RQ, CF64 2SE, CF64 2RW, CF64 2QP, CF64 2TL, CF64 2RP, CF64 2QR, CF64 2QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF64 2RX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 53.1% | 47.1% | -6.0% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 46.9% | 52.9% | 6.0% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 | 29.2% | 32.8% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 47.1% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 11.2% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 6.6% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.2% | 43.7% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 35% | 34.3% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 15.9% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.6% | 21.9% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.1% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 15% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.9% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 18.8% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 25% | 8.9% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 90.9% | -6.5% | 81.4% | 9.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 95.9% | 91.1% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 91.1% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.7% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.9% | 6.5% | -1.6% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shakespeare Avenue was 62.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.3% higher than the Cornerswell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shakespeare Avenue has the 10th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Cornerswell and the 167th highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Shakespeare Avenue, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-05-25 | £298,724 |
| 75 Shakespeare Avenue, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-11-12 | £352,103 |
| 61 Shakespeare Avenue, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2021-07-09 | £364,619 |
| 70 Shakespeare Avenue, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £301,000 | 2020-12-09 | £377,433 |
| 82 Shakespeare Avenue, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2018-10-24 | £326,614 |
CF64 2RX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cogan Nursery School Cawnpore Street , Cogan CF64 2JU | - not rated | 266 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Pen Y Garth 1 Heol Tircoch , CF64 2QN | - not rated | 288 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Cyres Comprehensive School St Cyre's Road , Penarth CF64 2XP | - not rated | 375 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cogan Primary School Pill Street , Cogan CF64 2JS | - not rated | 401 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fairfield Primary School Dryden Road , CF64 2RT | - not rated | 649 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penarth Leisure Centre | Leisure Centre Andrew Road, Cogan | 672 yd | |
| Merrie Harrier | Merrie Harrier Hotel, 117 Penlan Road, Llandough | 838 yd | |
| Victoria Tea Room & Ice Cream Parlour | Victoria Tea Room & Ice Cream Parlour, 3A Cornerswell Road | 908 yd | |
| Courts | Barons Court Penarth Road | 1,017 yd | |
| Clay Pit | 46 Plassey Street | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cogan Coronation Club & Institute | Cogan Coronation Club, 1 Hewell Street, Cogan | 470 yd | |
| The Oystercatcher | The Oyster Catcher Terra Nova Way | 883 yd | |
| Phoenix Catering | Phoenix Catering, Plymouth Rooms, 55 Stanwell Road | 928 yd | |
| Cefn Mably | Cefn Mably Inn, 1 Lavernock Road | 1,027 yd | |
| Pier and Piano | Pier And Piano, 40 - 42 Windsor Road | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takeout | Takeout, 19 Tennyson Road | 423 yd | |
| Spring Garden | Spring Garden Chip Shop, 5 Pill Street, Cogan | 548 yd | |
| CT Heaven Ltd | 3 Trem Y Bae | 856 yd | |
| Penarth Fish Bar | Penarth Fish Bar, 14 Cornerswell Road | 891 yd | |
| Wishful House | Wishful House, 9 Cornerswell Road | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Superstore Terra Nova Way | 841 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 | 133 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.