Church Place is in Bargoed and in Rhymney Valley district. CF81 8RP is located in the Aberbargoed and Bargoed electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Caerphilly. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Place, Bargoed, CF81 8RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF8 8RD, CF81 8RN, CF81 8RQ, CF81 8RD, CF81 8QY, CF81 8QZ, CF81 8RF, CF81 8RJ, CF81 8YB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF81 8RP is primarily male, with 53.2% 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 | 47.8% | 46.8% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -4.2% |
| Male | 52.2% | 53.2% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 4.2% |
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 CF81 8RP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.3% 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 | 35.6% | 43.3% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 38.4% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -5.8% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 9.4% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 40% | 46.8% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 29.3% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 16.8% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 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.
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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.6% | 26.4% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 11% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 15% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.7% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 22.8% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 16.7% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 97% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 99% | 97% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| 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 | 99% | 97% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 28.9% | 13.5% | 15.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.6% | 37.2% | 24.4% |
| Christian | 30.3% | 46.2% | -15.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Place was 64.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.7% lower than the Aberbargoed and Bargoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Place has the 14th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Aberbargoed and Bargoed and the 250th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Church Place, Bargoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-05-21 | £142,612 |
| 1 - 2 Church Place, Bargoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2014-12-05 | £157,579 |
| 7 Church Place, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £37,000 | 2013-11-06 | £70,088 |
| 4 Church Place, Bargoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2005-04-28 | £97,927 |
| 3 Church Place, Bargoed, Mid Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £6,250 | 1995-10-20 | £34,770 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 66 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 524 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Primary School Bargoed Park Crescent , CF81 8PN | - not rated | 823 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heolddu Comprehensive School Mountain Road , Bargoed CF81 8XL | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 1,067 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Kitchen 1931 | 2 Upper High Street | 95 yd | |
| Rossi Cafe | 12 High Street | 141 yd | |
| Bourton’s Live Music Café Bar | 15 High Street | 224 yd | |
| The Square Royale | 25 High Street | 224 yd | |
| Honey Dots | Unit 1, 63-65 Hanbury Road | 263 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murray's Bar | Upper High Street | 95 yd | |
| Emporium Snooker Club Ltd | Emporium Snooker Club, 41b High Street | 107 yd | |
| New Duffryn Hotel | Commercial Street | 613 yd | |
| Jax #1 Bar | 55 Cardiff Road | 615 yd | |
| Gelligaer Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Cardiff Road | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosy Fish Bar | 1 High Street | 117 yd | |
| Bake and Shake | Shop Unit, 8a High Street | 123 yd | |
| Platform#1 Bargoed | Bargoed Railway Station, Station Road | 176 yd | |
| Happy Paradise | 1 Henry Street | 303 yd | |
| Bargoed Fish Bar | Unit 7, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 418 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Unit 1 & 2, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 425 yd | |
| Morrisons | Colliers Walk | 603 yd | |
| NISA Express | 93 Commercial Street | 698 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.