Station Villas is in Pontlottyn, Bargoed and in Caerphilly district. CF81 9QX is located in the Moriah and Pontlottyn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Villas, Pontlottyn, Bargoed, CF81 9QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF81 9QY, CF81 9QE, CF81 9QW, CF81 9QZ, CF81 9RA, CF81 9RB, CF81 9QG, CF81 9RD, CF81 9PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF81 9QX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 49.6% | 49.3% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 50.4% | 50.7% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 27.5% | 35.9% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 46.5% | -10.2% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 11.4% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 4.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 42.2% | 40% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 35% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 17.1% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 5.7% | -3.2% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.2% | 23% | -6.2% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 12.5% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 15.3% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 20.6% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 20.6% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 97.2% | 95.3% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| 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 | 97.2% | 95.3% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.8% | 37.2% | 9.6% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Villas was 111.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.8% lower than the Moriah and Pontlottyn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Villas has the 12th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Moriah and Pontlottyn and the 171st highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.9%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% 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 Station Villas, Bargoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2007-07-20 | £88,620 |
CF81 9QX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idris Davies School 3 to 18 Mill Field , NP22 5XF | - not rated | 575 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Bryn Awel Primary School Eglwys Fan , NP22 5JJ | - not rated | 1,055 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Fochriw Primary School Pontlottyn Road , Fochriw CF81 9LL | - not rated | 1,240 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Y Lawnt Surgery Hill , NP22 5LS | - not rated | 1,548 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Upper Rhymney Primary School Oakland Terrace , NP22 5EP | - not rated | 2,488 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marley’s Munchies | Unit, 36 Merchant Street | 217 yd | |
| Sultan of Wales | Puddlers Arms, Plantation Terrace | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontlottyn Empire Club & Institute | 7 Stuart Street | 59 yd | |
| Blast Furnace Inn | Blast Furnace Inn, Board Street | 265 yd | |
| Lord Nelson | Lord Nelson, Heol Evan Wynne | 368 yd | |
| The Puddlers Arms - Wet Sales | Puddlers Arms, Plantation Terrace | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jas Tandoori | 6 Merchant Street | 195 yd | |
| Central Fish Bar | 38 Merchant Street | 195 yd | |
| Gold Lion | 40 Merchant Street | 195 yd | |
| Sandwich Bar | 1 King Street | 225 yd | |
| Bertie's Plaice | 6 Jerusalem Street | 1,073 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.