West Street is in Bargoed and in Caerphilly district. CF81 8SB 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 West Street, Bargoed, CF81 8SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF81 8RZ, CF81 8SP, CF81 8NW, CF81 8RU, CF81 8QQ, CF81 8SS, CF81 8RX, CF81 8SQ, CF81 8QU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF81 8SB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.5% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.5% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 34% | 40.2% | 6.2% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 35.5% | -11.1% | 44.2% | -8.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 14.5% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 8.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 39.1% | 36.2% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 36.6% | 7.5% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 17.6% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 6.9% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 CF81 8SB this area, 31.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 14.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.2% | 31.9% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 13.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 10.8% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 13.8% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.2% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 19.8% | 11.3% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 14.7% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -19.1% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.9% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.7% | 97.2% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 96.3% | 96.9% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| 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 | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 97.2% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 26.2% | 13.5% | 12.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.3% | 37.2% | 27.1% |
| Christian | 29.2% | 46.2% | -17.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Street was 46.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.2% lower than the Aberbargoed and Bargoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Street has the 12th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Aberbargoed and Bargoed and the 174th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91 West Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £119,720 | 2024-11-01 | £121,677 |
| 92 West Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2024-03-01 | £150,382 |
| 92 West Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2023-11-28 | £90,570 |
| 85 West Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-03-20 | £144,399 |
| 87 West Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2021-06-18 | £133,516 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 370 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Primary School Bargoed Park Crescent , CF81 8PN | - not rated | 392 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 727 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heolddu Comprehensive School Mountain Road , Bargoed CF81 8XL | - not rated | 904 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 1,037 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fireside Cafe Lounge | 24 Hanbury Road | 191 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 6b, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 198 yd | |
| New Continental Cafe | The New Continental Cafe & Del, 49 Hanbury Road | 209 yd | |
| Ricci's Cafe | 46 Cardiff Road | 215 yd | |
| Lucky Strike | 19 Hanbury Road | 224 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gelligaer Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Cardiff Road | 212 yd | |
| Jax #1 Bar | 55 Cardiff Road | 215 yd | |
| Bargoed Labour Club & Institute Ltd | 1a Upper Wood Street | 287 yd | |
| Bargoed Rugby Football Club Limited | 98-99 Gilfach Street | 304 yd | |
| Murray's Bar | Upper High Street | 349 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Kebabs | 3 Hanbury Square | 114 yd | |
| Cantonese Takeaway | 4 Trafalgar Buildings, Cardiff Road | 149 yd | |
| USA Fried Chicken | Unit, 25 Hanbury Road | 190 yd | |
| Bargoed Fish Bar | Unit 7, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 198 yd | |
| Happy Paradise | 1 Henry Street | 199 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Unit 1 & 2, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 189 yd | |
| Morrisons | Colliers Walk | 251 yd | |
| NISA Express | 93 Commercial Street | 807 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.