Lewis Crescent is in Bargoed and in Caerphilly district. CF81 8JU is located in the Gilfach electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Caerphilly. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lewis Crescent, Bargoed, CF81 8JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF81 8JW, CF81 8JR, CF81 8JT, CF81 8JX, CF81 8JS, CF81 8JY, CF81 8LA, CF81 8LD, CF81 8LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF81 8JU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.1% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.9% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF81 8JU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 32.2% | 31% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 53.7% | 4.1% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8% | 8.6% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 8% | 5.5% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 36% | 43.5% | 7.5% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 29.1% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 21.9% | 18% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 6.5% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.7% | 26.6% | -7.1% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 9.4% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 18.4% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 5.1% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 18.4% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 21.1% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 3% | 1.2% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.1% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 97.4% | 97.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 97.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 36.3% | 46.2% | -9.9% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lewis Crescent was 32.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.8% lower than the Aberbargoed and Bargoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lewis Crescent has the 7th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Aberbargoed and Bargoed and the 116th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Lewis Crescent, Bargoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,950 | 2021-08-19 | £203,176 |
| 1 Lewis Crescent, Bargoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,950 | 2020-11-13 | £150,793 |
| 13 Lewis Crescent, Bargoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2019-03-29 | £233,453 |
| 10 Lewis Crescent, Bargoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2018-05-18 | £163,787 |
| 27 Lewis Crescent, Bargoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2018-01-31 | £95,552 |
CF81 8JU 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.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilfach Fargoed Primary School Vere Street , Gilfach CF81 8LB | - not rated | 323 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Lewis School Pengam Gilfach , CF81 8LJ | - not rated | 409 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Gilfach Fargoed Commercial Street , Gilfach CF81 8JG | - not rated | 477 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glanynant Learning Centre (PRU) Hanbury Street , Glanynant NP12 3XP | - not rated | 748 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Trelyn Commercial Street , Pengam NP12 3ST | - not rated | 836 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunchies | Unit A5, Pinewood Court (Block A), St Davids Industrial Estate | 827 yd | |
| Pengam Curry Ltd | Britannia House, Pengam Road | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butters Bar | Commercial Street | 560 yd | |
| Pengam Constitutional Club | 1-2 Hanbury Street | 574 yd | |
| Smiths Arms | Smiths Arms, Commercial Street | 740 yd | |
| Gilfach Workmen's Club | 85-89 Park Place | 933 yd | |
| The Capel Hotel | Park Place | 1,066 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pengam Tuck Shop 2 | 1a Pengam Street | 447 yd | |
| Lung Wah | 11 Commercial Street | 560 yd | |
| Hong Kong Fish Bar | 136 Park Place | 740 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 | 57.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 57.7% |
| 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 | 29.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.89 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.