Althorp Drive is in Penarth and in Vale Of Glamorgan district. CF64 5FJ is located in the Sully 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 Althorp Drive, Penarth, CF64 5FJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF64 5FN, CF64 5FA, CF64 5GA, CF64 5FF, CF64 5FW, CF64 5FE, CF64 5UQ, CF64 5FG, CF64 5UP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF64 5FJ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.1% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.6% | 57.1% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 6.1% |
| Male | 43.4% | 42.9% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -6.1% |
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 | 29.6% | 28.1% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 44.7% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 17.3% | 18.9% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 9.8% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 4.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 50.9% | 46% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 27.7% | 35% | 7.3% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 13.9% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 5FJ this area, 9.7% 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 44.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.4% | 9.7% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 7.9% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 15.4% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.8% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 15.9% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.2% | 44.1% | -0.1% | 33.8% | 10.3% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.2% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.6% | 94.5% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 93.6% | 93.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 93% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.1% | 37.2% | 7.9% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Althorp Drive was 53.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.0% higher than the Plymouth average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Althorp Drive has the 25th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Plymouth and the 199th highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Vale of Glamorgan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Althorp Drive, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,500 | 2025-03-21 | £265,884 |
| 56 Althorp Drive, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,140 | 2024-05-07 | £241,454 |
| 58 Althorp Drive, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-02-13 | £335,031 |
| 62 Althorp Drive, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-11-29 | £286,063 |
| 70 Althorp Drive, Penarth, The Vale Of Glamorgan Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-08-26 | £315,198 |
CF64 5FJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF64 5FJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 78 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evenlode C.P. School Evenlode Avenue , Penarth CF64 3PD | - not rated | 1,296 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Stanwell School Archer Road , Penarth CF64 2XL | - not rated | 1,797 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School Sully Road , CF64 2TQ | - not rated | 2,166 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Westbourne Schools 4 Hickman Road , CF64 2AJ | - not rated | 2,177 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Victoria Primary School Cornerswell Road , CF64 2UZ | - not rated | 2,203 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Cafe | Cosmeston Cafe, Cosmeston Country Park Lavernock Road | 570 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glamorganshire Golf Club | Glamorganshire Golf Club Lavernock Road | 183 yd | |
| Penarth Athletic Club | Penarth Rugby Football Club Lavernock Road | 183 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 | 73.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.