Hanbury Road is in Bargoed and in Caerphilly district. CF8 8QS is located in the Aberbargoed and Bargoed electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Caerphilly. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hanbury Road, Bargoed, CF8 8QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF81 8QS, CF81 8QW, CF81 8XD, CF81 8QR, CF81 8QX, CF81 8QT, CF81 8RX, CF81 8RY, CF81 8XA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF8 8QS has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 48.4% | 50% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 51.6% | 50% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF8 8QS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.5% | 54.1% | 13.6% | 37.9% | 16.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.3% | 27.7% | -11.6% | 44.2% | -16.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 8.3% | -3.8% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 5.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 44% | 43.9% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 34.3% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 13.9% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 6.3% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 1.7% | -2.4% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 31.5% | 19.8% | -11.7% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 7.9% | -8.4% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.2% | 22.7% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 9.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16.5% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 24.4% | 12.3% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.3% | 96% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 96.2% | 93.1% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 93.4% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.4% | 76.7% | -3.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56% | 37.2% | 18.8% |
| Christian | 30.3% | 46.2% | -15.9% |
| Muslim | 3.7% | 6.5% | -2.8% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hanbury Road was 147.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.0% higher than the Aberbargoed and Bargoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hanbury Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Aberbargoed and Bargoed and the 107th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Hanbury Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2001-03-23 | £272,189 |
| 14 Hanbury Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2001-03-23 | £272,189 |
| 14 Hanbury Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £19,000 | 2000-06-19 | £88,471 |
CF8 8QS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 287 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 499 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Primary School Bargoed Park Crescent , CF81 8PN | - not rated | 566 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 840 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heolddu Comprehensive School Mountain Road , Bargoed CF81 8XL | - not rated | 1,112 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Strike | 19 Hanbury Road | 15 yd | |
| New Continental Cafe | The New Continental Cafe & Del, 49 Hanbury Road | 28 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 6b, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 77 yd | |
| Fireside Cafe Lounge | 24 Hanbury Road | 83 yd | |
| Honey Dots | Unit 1, 63-65 Hanbury Road | 92 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emporium Snooker Club Ltd | Emporium Snooker Club, 41b High Street | 255 yd | |
| Murray's Bar | Upper High Street | 256 yd | |
| Jax #1 Bar | 55 Cardiff Road | 308 yd | |
| Gelligaer Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Cardiff Road | 357 yd | |
| Bargoed Rugby Football Club Limited | 98-99 Gilfach Street | 435 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargoed Fish Bar | Unit 7, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 77 yd | |
| USA Fried Chicken | Unit, 25 Hanbury Road | 83 yd | |
| Best Kebabs | 3 Hanbury Square | 191 yd | |
| Cantonese Takeaway | 4 Trafalgar Buildings, Cardiff Road | 222 yd | |
| Bake and Shake | Shop Unit, 8a High Street | 257 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Unit 1 & 2, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 88 yd | |
| Morrisons | Colliers Walk | 270 yd | |
| NISA Express | 93 Commercial Street | 577 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.