Commercial Street is in Aberbargoed, Bargoed and in Rhymney Valley district. CF81 9EY 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 Commercial Street, Aberbargoed, Bargoed, CF81 9EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF81 9EW, CF81 9BX, CF81 9EU, CF81 9FA, CF81 9ET, CF81 9EX, CF81 9EZ, CF81 9FD, CF81 9BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF81 9EY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% 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 | 53.9% | 54.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 46.1% | 45.5% | -0.6% | 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 area around CF81 9EY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.9% 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 | 37.8% | 44.9% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 33.8% | -8.6% | 44.2% | -10.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 9.2% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 10.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 42% | 39.6% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 23.9% | 31.7% | 7.8% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 16% | 16.2% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 11.9% | 9.7% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 6.1% | 2.9% | -3.2% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 9EY this area, 33.3% 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 11.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.8% | 33.3% | -10.5% | 18.2% | 15.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 10.6% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 25.1% | 6.7% | 13.4% | 11.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 12.1% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.5% | 11.1% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -22.7% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.9% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 99.3% 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% | 99.3% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 99.3% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 29.5% | 13.5% | 16.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.9% | 37.2% | 26.7% |
| Christian | 30% | 46.2% | -16.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commercial Street was 127.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.1% lower than the Aberbargoed and Bargoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Commercial Street has the 13th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Aberbargoed and Bargoed and the 140th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 67.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pendennis, 73 Commercial Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2014-04-17 | £107,674 |
| Gwynfa, 79 Commercial Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2010-12-17 | £155,667 |
| Gwynfa, 79 Commercial Street, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £32,000 | 2002-02-28 | £133,692 |
| Leicester House, 75 Commercial Street, Bargoed, Mid Glamorgan Terraced, an established residential building | £33,500 | 1995-04-28 | £191,403 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 121 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 522 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 628 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Primary School Bargoed Park Crescent , CF81 8PN | - not rated | 1,097 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heolddu Comprehensive School Mountain Road , Bargoed CF81 8XL | - not rated | 1,646 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 | 305 yd | |
| Bourton’s Live Music Café Bar | 15 High Street | 504 yd | |
| The Square Royale | 25 High Street | 504 yd | |
| Rossi Cafe | 12 High Street | 532 yd | |
| Honey Dots | Unit 1, 63-65 Hanbury Road | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Duffryn Hotel | Commercial Street | 27 yd | |
| Arthur Balfour Conservative Workingmens Club | Arthur Balfour Conservative Club, Commercial Street | 143 yd | |
| The George | 171-175 Commercial Street | 402 yd | |
| George’s Street Food | George Hotel, 173 Commercial Street | 455 yd | |
| Emporium Snooker Club Ltd | Emporium Snooker Club, 41b High Street | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Kitchen | 106 Commercial Street | 143 yd | |
| New Golden Grill | Shop Unit, 44 Commercial Street | 233 yd | |
| Aberbargoed Fish and Chips Ltd. | Shop Unit, 16 Commercial Street | 295 yd | |
| 328 Chinese Takeaway | Shop Unit, 2-4 Commercial Street | 296 yd | |
| Aberbargoed Indian Takeaway | 48 Commercial Street | 296 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NISA Express | 93 Commercial Street | 102 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 1 & 2, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 633 yd | |
| Morrisons | Colliers Walk | 753 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 | 58.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.