Handel Close is in Penarth and in The Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF64 3QP is located in the Plymouth 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 Handel Close, Penarth, CF64 3QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF64 3QT, CF64 3QN, CF64 3QE, CF64 3QX, CF64 3QW, CF64 3QQ, CF64 3RA, CF64 3QZ, CF64 3QU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF64 3QP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.9% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.1% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 CF64 3QP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.7% 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 | 20.2% | 22.6% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 54.7% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 10.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 10.3% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 8.5% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 50.3% | 51.9% | 1.6% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 26.5% | 30.3% | 3.8% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 10.5% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 6.3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.7% | 16.7% | -11.0% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.3% | 9.4% | 1.1% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 9.4% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 5.2% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 15% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 41.2% | 12.7% | 33.8% | 7.4% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 97.3% | 91.7% | -5.6% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.3% | 95.1% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 3.1% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 95.1% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Handel Close was 13.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.7% lower than the Plymouth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Handel Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Plymouth and the 48th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.3%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Handel Close, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £283,000 | 2021-09-10 | £334,631 |
| 3 Handel Close, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-03-18 | £443,162 |
| 3 Handel Close, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2017-04-28 | £384,405 |
| 6 Handel Close, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2011-04-20 | £283,471 |
| 3 Handel Close, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2010-06-11 | £330,957 |
CF64 3QP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% 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.
CF64 3QP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF64 3QP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evenlode C.P. School Evenlode Avenue , Penarth CF64 3PD | - not rated | 662 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Stanwell School Archer Road , Penarth CF64 2XL | - not rated | 962 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Sully Road , CF64 2TQ | - not rated | 968 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Victoria Primary School Cornerswell Road , CF64 2UZ | - not rated | 1,416 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Cyres Comprehensive School St Cyre's Road , Penarth CF64 2XP | - not rated | 1,448 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Penarthians Club | Old Penarthians Rugby Club St Marks Road | 250 yd | |
| Cefn Mably | Cefn Mably Inn, 1 Lavernock Road | 737 yd | |
| Windsor Bowls Club | Windsor Bowling Club Robinswood Crescent | 818 yd | |
| Glamorganshire Golf Club | Glamorganshire Golf Club Lavernock Road | 1,092 yd | |
| Penarth Athletic Club | Penarth Rugby Football Club Lavernock Road | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Pronto | Street Record Stanwell Road | 910 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.