Forrest Road is in Penarth and in Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF64 5DP 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 Forrest Road, Penarth, CF64 5DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF64 5DQ, CF64 5RF, CF64 5BU, CF64 5RG, CF64 5BR, CF64 5BS, CF64 5BW, CF64 5DG, CF64 5BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF64 5DP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.3% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48% | 48.7% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 5DP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.1% 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 | 15.4% | 17.5% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -20.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.5% | 69.1% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 24.9% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 3% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -6.1% |
| Widowed | 10% | 9.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 (92.1%) 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 | 49.3% | 56.5% | 7.2% | 48.4% | 8.1% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 35.6% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 12% | 5.7% | -6.3% | 12.7% | -7.0% |
| Bad health | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| 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.
In the area around CF64 5DP this area, 8.1% 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 57%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.8% | 8.1% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 7% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 13% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 9.3% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.3% | 57% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 23.2% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.7% | 96.5% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 94.7% | 94.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 94.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.9% | 76.7% | 18.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 3.2% | 13.5% | -10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.8% | 37.2% | -4.4% |
| Christian | 58.3% | 46.2% | 12.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forrest Road was 77.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 183.5% higher than the Plymouth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Forrest Road has the 16th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Plymouth and the 128th highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.3 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Forrest Road, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2025-04-25 | £513,861 |
| 32 Forrest Road, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £895,000 | 2023-09-08 | £896,740 |
| 36 Forrest Road, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £1,055,000 | 2021-03-31 | £1,329,713 |
| 26 Forrest Road, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £720,000 | 2019-04-18 | £956,598 |
| 40 Forrest Road, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Detached, an established residential building | £1,500,000 | 2019-01-18 | £1,972,577 |
CF64 5DP 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 5DP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 126 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evenlode C.P. School Evenlode Avenue , Penarth CF64 3PD | - not rated | 698 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Stanwell School Archer Road , Penarth CF64 2XL | - not rated | 1,160 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Westbourne Schools 4 Hickman Road , CF64 2AJ | - not rated | 1,400 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Victoria Primary School Cornerswell Road , CF64 2UZ | - not rated | 1,497 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bute Cottage Nursery School Bute Lane , Off Grove Place CF64 2ET | - not rated | 1,662 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willmore’s 1938 | The Former Kiosk Cliff Parade | 325 yd | |
| Cionis Bistro | Cioni Bistro Cliff Parade | 420 yd | |
| Holm House | Holm House Marine Parade | 663 yd | |
| Fablas Ice Cream Ltd | South Lodge Marine Parade | 728 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Bowls Club | Windsor Bowling Club Robinswood Crescent | 762 yd | |
| Glamorganshire Golf Club | Glamorganshire Golf Club Lavernock Road | 874 yd | |
| Penarth Athletic Club | Penarth Rugby Football Club Lavernock Road | 874 yd | |
| Old Penarthians Club | Old Penarthians Rugby Club St Marks Road | 888 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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 | 72.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.73 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.73 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.