Bedwellty Road is in Aberbargoed, Bargoed and in Caerphilly district. CF81 9BA is located in the Aberbargoed and Bargoed electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bedwellty Road, Aberbargoed, Bargoed, CF81 9BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF81 9AX, CF81 9BS, CF81 9BB, CF81 9BT, CF81 9BD, CF81 9BQ, CF81 9AY, CF81 9BR, CF81 9BH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF81 9BA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% of residents 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 | 47.7% | 47.5% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 52.3% | 52.5% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 9BA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.8% 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 | 34.6% | 32.5% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 53.8% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 9.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 8.8% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 4.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 42.1% | 49.1% | 7.0% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 31.2% | -4.9% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 14.2% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 4.9% | -3.2% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.5% | 19.4% | -7.1% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 10% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.4% | 16% | -5.4% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 5.4% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 15.4% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 31.9% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -1.9% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 99.1% | 98.9% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 98.9% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.1% | 37.2% | 18.9% |
| Christian | 35.9% | 46.2% | -10.3% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bedwellty Road was 123.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.0% lower than the Aberbargoed and Bargoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bedwellty Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Aberbargoed and Bargoed and the 147th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Bedwellty Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2023-10-06 | £166,615 |
| 54 Bedwellty Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2022-02-11 | £87,603 |
| 72 Bedwellty Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2021-12-22 | £204,274 |
| 62 Bedwellty Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-06-07 | £216,345 |
| 96 Bedwellty Road, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2020-02-28 | £153,272 |
CF81 9BA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 148 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 327 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 720 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 826 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Primary School Bargoed Park Crescent , CF81 8PN | - not rated | 1,359 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Markham Primary School Pantycefn Road , Markham NP12 0QD | - not rated | 1,612 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Shack Desserts | 18 Commercial Street | 159 yd | |
| Rossi Cafe | 12 High Street | 654 yd | |
| Bourton’s Live Music Café Bar | 15 High Street | 673 yd | |
| The Square Royale | 25 High Street | 673 yd | |
| Fish Kitchen 1931 | 2 Upper High Street | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Duffryn Hotel | Commercial Street | 344 yd | |
| Neuaddwen Inn | Neuaddwen Inn, Bedwellty Road | 404 yd | |
| Arthur Balfour Conservative Workingmens Club | Arthur Balfour Conservative Club, Commercial Street | 489 yd | |
| Emporium Snooker Club Ltd | Emporium Snooker Club, 41b High Street | 670 yd | |
| Murray's Bar | Upper High Street | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberbargoed Fish and Chips Ltd. | Shop Unit, 16 Commercial Street | 162 yd | |
| 328 Chinese Takeaway | Shop Unit, 2-4 Commercial Street | 163 yd | |
| Aberbargoed Indian Takeaway | 48 Commercial Street | 163 yd | |
| New Golden Grill | Shop Unit, 44 Commercial Street | 184 yd | |
| Tasty Kitchen | 106 Commercial Street | 489 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NISA Express | 93 Commercial Street | 444 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 1 & 2, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 876 yd | |
| Morrisons | Colliers Walk | 1,030 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 | 59.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.