Thorn Villas is in Aberbargoed, Bargoed and in Caerphilly district. CF81 9FN 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 Thorn Villas, Aberbargoed, Bargoed, CF81 9FN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF81 9FP, CF81 9FQ, CF81 9FG, CF81 9FJ, CF81 9FH, CF81 9FL, CF81 9FS, CF81 9FU, CF81 9FT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF81 9FN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 49.1% | 49.4% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.9% | 50.6% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 37.8% | 34.7% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 45% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 4% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 7.4% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 8.9% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 40.9% | 36.1% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 35.7% | 6.0% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 17.7% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 5.6% |
| Very bad health | 4.8% | 0.8% | -4.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 9FN this area, 34% 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 15%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.1% | 34% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 15.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 12% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 15.5% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.5% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 13% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.2% | 15% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -18.8% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 95.6% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 99.6% | 95.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 95.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.9% | 37.2% | 22.7% |
| Christian | 33.2% | 46.2% | -13.0% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thorn Villas was 122.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.1% lower than the Aberbargoed and Bargoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thorn Villas has the 15th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Aberbargoed and Bargoed and the 154th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 346.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Thorn Villas, Bargoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2020-06-26 | £115,196 |
| 2 Thorn Villas, Bargoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,400 | 2004-06-18 | £159,004 |
| 1 Thorn Villas, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2000-06-21 | £116,410 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bro Sannan Ty Fry Road , Aberbargoed CF81 9FN | - not rated | 138 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberbargoed Primary School Heol Ysgol Newydd , Bargoed CF81 9DD | - not rated | 517 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gwladys Bargoed School Church Place , CF81 8RN | - not rated | 896 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Primary School Bargoed Park Crescent , CF81 8PN | - not rated | 1,056 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Gilfach Fargoed Commercial Street , Gilfach CF81 8JG | - not rated | 1,469 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katie's Cafe | Unit 14, St Margarets Park, Pengam Road | 695 yd | |
| Lucky Strike | 19 Hanbury Road | 701 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 6b, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 706 yd | |
| Fireside Cafe Lounge | 24 Hanbury Road | 712 yd | |
| Sugar Shack Desserts | 18 Commercial Street | 728 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George | 171-175 Commercial Street | 79 yd | |
| George’s Street Food | George Hotel, 173 Commercial Street | 91 yd | |
| Arthur Balfour Conservative Workingmens Club | Arthur Balfour Conservative Club, Commercial Street | 286 yd | |
| New Duffryn Hotel | Commercial Street | 440 yd | |
| Jax #1 Bar | 55 Cardiff Road | 819 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Kitchen | 106 Commercial Street | 286 yd | |
| New Golden Grill | Shop Unit, 44 Commercial Street | 656 yd | |
| Bargoed Fish Bar | Unit 7, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 706 yd | |
| USA Fried Chicken | Unit, 25 Hanbury Road | 713 yd | |
| Aberbargoed Fish and Chips Ltd. | Shop Unit, 16 Commercial Street | 717 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NISA Express | 93 Commercial Street | 320 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 1 & 2, Lowry Plaza, Hanbury Road | 714 yd | |
| Morrisons | Colliers Walk | 733 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 | 51 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.14 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.