High Street is in Bargoed and in Caerphilly district. CF8 8RD 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 High Street, Bargoed, CF8 8RD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF81 8RD, CF81 8QZ, CF81 8RP, CF81 8QY, CF81 8YB, CF81 8RB, CF81 8RQ, CF81 8RF, CF81 8RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF8 8RD is primarily male, with 55.1% of the population 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 | 48.1% | 44.9% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -6.1% |
| Male | 51.9% | 55.1% | 3.2% | 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.
In the immediate area around CF8 8RD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% 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 | 40.2% | 43.5% | 3.3% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.6% | 30.6% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -13.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 5.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 14.8% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 41.7% | 39.8% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 31.9% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 16.1% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 8.7% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.9% | 23.4% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 11.9% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 19.7% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.3% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 16.1% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11% | 19.3% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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 | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.2% | 92.5% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.5% 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% | 92.5% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 92.5% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.9% | 76.7% | -10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 27.8% | 13.5% | 14.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.5% | 37.2% | 23.3% |
| Christian | 29.6% | 46.2% | -16.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 917.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 605.4% higher than the Aberbargoed and Bargoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Aberbargoed and Bargoed and the 2nd highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 370.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emporium Buildings, 41 - 41A High Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2022-01-14 | £158,822 |
| Emporium Buildings, 41 - 41A High Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2017-10-16 | £67,891 |
| Cameo Cinema High Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2016-03-07 | £557,795 |
| 50 - 51 High Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2000-02-29 | £609,441 |
CF8 8RD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Other | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 81 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 450 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Primary School Bargoed Park Crescent , CF81 8PN | - not rated | 826 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 994 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heolddu Comprehensive School Mountain Road , Bargoed CF81 8XL | - not rated | 1,111 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rossi Cafe | 12 High Street | 84 yd | |
| Fish Kitchen 1931 | 2 Upper High Street | 89 yd | |
| Bourton’s Live Music Café Bar | 15 High Street | 170 yd | |
| The Square Royale | 25 High Street | 170 yd | |
| Honey Dots | Unit 1, 63-65 Hanbury Road | 223 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emporium Snooker Club Ltd | Emporium Snooker Club, 41b High Street | 60 yd | |
| Murray's Bar | Upper High Street | 89 yd | |
| New Duffryn Hotel | Commercial Street | 538 yd | |
| Jax #1 Bar | 55 Cardiff Road | 600 yd | |
| Arthur Balfour Conservative Workingmens Club | Arthur Balfour Conservative Club, Commercial Street | 621 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosy Fish Bar | 1 High Street | 50 yd | |
| Bake and Shake | Shop Unit, 8a High Street | 60 yd | |
| Platform#1 Bargoed | Bargoed Railway Station, Station Road | 168 yd | |
| Happy Paradise | 1 Henry Street | 339 yd | |
| Bargoed Fish Bar | Unit 7, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Unit 1 & 2, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 396 yd | |
| Morrisons | Colliers Walk | 579 yd | |
| NISA Express | 93 Commercial Street | 623 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.