Penallta Road is in Penallta, Hengoed and in Caerphilly district. CF82 7GL is located in the Ystrad Mynach electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Caerphilly. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penallta Road, Penallta, Hengoed, CF82 7GL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF82 7GF, CF82 6AL, CF82 6AN, CF82 7FX, CF82 7GA, CF82 7FY, CF82 7FZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF82 7GL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 50.8% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46% | 49.2% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 CF82 7GL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.2% 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 | 56.1% | 50.2% | -5.9% | 37.9% | 12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.5% | 29.1% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -15.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 1.3% | -4.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 16.1% | 6.6% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 60.9% | 42.9% | -18.0% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 25.4% | 38.7% | 13.3% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 12.7% | 5.1% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.4% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 16.4% | 17.9% | 1.5% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 11.2% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 17% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 19.3% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 32.3% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.4% | 99.7% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
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 | 97.1% | 98.4% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 98.4% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.6% | 13.5% | 12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 74.1% | 37.2% | 36.9% |
| Christian | 19.9% | 46.2% | -26.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penallta Road was 174.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 162.5% higher than the Nelson average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penallta Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Nelson and the 78th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cefn Llwynau House Penallta Road, Hengoed, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £423,000 | 2019-08-20 | £599,155 |
| Cefn-Llwynau Bungalow Penallta Road, Hengoed, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2011-09-02 | £114,863 |
| Cefn Llwynau House Penallta Road, Hengoed, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2003-03-28 | £439,136 |
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Retired | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derwendeg Primary School Hengoed Road , Cefn Hengoed CF82 7HP | - not rated | 1,076 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glyn-Gaer CP School Oxford Street Glyngaer , Gelligaer CF82 8FF | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenhill Primary School Penywrlod , Gelligaer CF82 8EU | - not rated | 1,416 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hengoed Primary School Chapel Terrace , Hengoed CF82 7JU | - not rated | 1,476 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystrad Mynach Primary Lewis Street , Ystrad Mynach CF82 7AQ | - not rated | 1,809 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr Catering Facilities | Caerphilly Road | 383 yd | |
| Full Circle | Plas Hyfryd, 74 Ffordd Y Maes | 383 yd | |
| Howells Training Ltd | Units 6-8 (Evens), East Road | 431 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox and Hounds | Fox & Hounds, Trosnant Crescent | 268 yd | |
| Penallta Rugby Club | Penallta Rugby Football Club,, Caerphilly Road | 383 yd | |
| The Lindsay Club | Lindsay Constitutional Club, Gelligaer Road | 1,019 yd | |
| The Harp Inn Y Delyn Aur | Harp Inn, St Cattwg's Avenue | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gelligaer Fish Bar | 3 The Shopping Centre, St Cattwg's Avenue | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 4 The Shopping Centre, St Cattwg's Avenue | 1,006 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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.