Vicarage Lane is in Bargoed and in Caerphilly district. CF81 8TR 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 Vicarage Lane, Bargoed, CF81 8TR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF81 8UH, CF81 8SR, CF81 8UW, CF81 8UE, CF81 8UJ, CF81 8SA, CF81 8UF, CF81 8PF, CF81 8SQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF81 8TR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 52.1% | 5.2% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 53.1% | 47.9% | -5.2% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 32.2% | 33.8% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.4% | 42.1% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 7.4% | -5.8% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 12.5% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.3% | 32.2% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -16.2% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 36.5% | 9.6% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 22.3% | 17.6% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 13.8% | 10.6% | -3.2% | 4.0% | 6.6% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 8TR this area, 36% 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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.6% | 36% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 17.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 9.3% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 10.7% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 15% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.8% | 19.2% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 5.7% | 5.1% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 100% | 96.9% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 98.5% | 98.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 98.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Lithuania | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.7% | 37.2% | 23.5% |
| Christian | 34.6% | 46.2% | -11.6% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vicarage Lane was 97.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.3% lower than the Aberbargoed and Bargoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vicarage Lane has the 19th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Aberbargoed and Bargoed and the 208th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Ina Vicarage Lane, Bargoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-03-08 | £223,655 |
| 2 Vicarage Close, Bargoed, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-08-17 | £237,636 |
| 3 Vicarage Close, Bargoed, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £133,500 | 2016-06-03 | £221,307 |
| 1 Vicarage Close, Bargoed, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2007-04-12 | £345,078 |
| 4 Vicarage Close, Bargoed, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2004-04-23 | £393,546 |
CF81 8TR 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.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Primary School Bargoed Park Crescent , CF81 8PN | - not rated | 471 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heolddu Comprehensive School Mountain Road , Bargoed CF81 8XL | - not rated | 550 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 565 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 1,036 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 1,391 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ricci's Cafe | 46 Cardiff Road | 497 yd | |
| New Continental Cafe | The New Continental Cafe & Del, 49 Hanbury Road | 543 yd | |
| Fireside Cafe Lounge | 24 Hanbury Road | 544 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 6b, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 550 yd | |
| Fish Kitchen 1931 | 2 Upper High Street | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargoed Labour Club & Institute Ltd | 1a Upper Wood Street | 199 yd | |
| Gelligaer Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Cardiff Road | 442 yd | |
| Jax #1 Bar | 55 Cardiff Road | 497 yd | |
| Bargoed Rugby Football Club Limited | 98-99 Gilfach Street | 501 yd | |
| Murray's Bar | Upper High Street | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Paradise | 1 Henry Street | 309 yd | |
| Best Kebabs | 3 Hanbury Square | 458 yd | |
| Cantonese Takeaway | 4 Trafalgar Buildings, Cardiff Road | 477 yd | |
| Fifty-Fifty | Shop Unit, 56 Cardiff Road | 495 yd | |
| Ajantha Indian Takeaway | 50 Cardiff Road | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Unit 1 & 2, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 542 yd | |
| Morrisons | Colliers Walk | 567 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 | 64.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.27 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.