Moorland Road is in Bargoed and in Rhymney Valley district. CF81 8UJ 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 Moorland Road, Bargoed, CF81 8UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF81 8UN, CF81 8UQ, CF81 8UW, CF81 8UH, CF81 8TR, CF81 8UT, CF81 8UP, CF81 8UL, CF81 8UE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF81 8UJ, 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 8UJ 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 Moorland Road 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.
Moorland Road 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Moorland Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2025-07-18 | £169,748 |
| 42 Moorland Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-04-11 | £177,735 |
| 42 Moorland Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-06-28 | £106,768 |
| 38 Moorland Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2024-05-24 | £182,316 |
| 52 Moorland Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2022-04-29 | £171,089 |
CF81 8UJ 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heolddu Comprehensive School Mountain Road , Bargoed CF81 8XL | - not rated | 421 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 619 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Primary School Bargoed Park Crescent , CF81 8PN | - not rated | 650 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 1,534 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 | 625 yd | |
| New Continental Cafe | The New Continental Cafe & Del, 49 Hanbury Road | 669 yd | |
| Ricci's Cafe | 46 Cardiff Road | 671 yd | |
| Fireside Cafe Lounge | 24 Hanbury Road | 687 yd | |
| Honey Dots | Unit 1, 63-65 Hanbury Road | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargoed Labour Club & Institute Ltd | 1a Upper Wood Street | 379 yd | |
| Gelligaer Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Cardiff Road | 621 yd | |
| Murray's Bar | Upper High Street | 625 yd | |
| Jax #1 Bar | 55 Cardiff Road | 671 yd | |
| Emporium Snooker Club Ltd | Emporium Snooker Club, 41b High Street | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Paradise | 1 Henry Street | 396 yd | |
| Best Kebabs | 3 Hanbury Square | 616 yd | |
| Cantonese Takeaway | 4 Trafalgar Buildings, Cardiff Road | 642 yd | |
| Fifty-Fifty | Shop Unit, 56 Cardiff Road | 670 yd | |
| Ajantha Indian Takeaway | 50 Cardiff Road | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Unit 1 & 2, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 686 yd | |
| Morrisons | Colliers Walk | 736 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 | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.