West Road is in Penallta Industrial Estate, Hengoed and in Caerphilly district. CF82 7SW is located in the St Cattwg electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Caerphilly. This postcode has been in use since 2008-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Road, Penallta Industrial Estate, Hengoed, CF82 7SW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF82 7GG, CF82 7GE, CF82 7FU, CF82 7GR, CF82 7PQ, CF82 7FY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF82 7SW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 50.8% | 52.9% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 49.2% | 47.1% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 31.1% | 32.9% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 50.6% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 7% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 7.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 39.9% | 42.1% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 33% | 35.5% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 15.1% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 5.7% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 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.
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.7% | 23.9% | -13.8% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 10.3% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 14.4% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.9% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 18.9% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 22.6% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 4.9% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 99% | 98.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
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 | 98.7% | 99.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 99.3% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.9% | 37.2% | 19.7% |
| Christian | 35.7% | 46.2% | -10.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Road was 87.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.2% higher than the St Cattwg average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
West Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in St Cattwg and the 238th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S L D Auto Repairs Unit 4 West Road, Hengoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2023-03-31 | £72,544 |
| Units West Road, Hengoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £2,600,000 | 2021-10-06 | £2,905,711 |
| Unit 2A2 West Road, Hengoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-03-21 | £201,752 |
| Unit 13 West Road, Hengoed, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £131,412 | 2005-09-07 | £247,073 |
CF82 7SW 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glyn-Gaer CP School Oxford Street Glyngaer , Gelligaer CF82 8FF | - not rated | 813 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Derwendeg Primary School Hengoed Road , Cefn Hengoed CF82 7HP | - not rated | 869 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenhill Primary School Penywrlod , Gelligaer CF82 8EU | - not rated | 1,137 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tiryberth Primary School New Road , Tiryberth CF82 8AU | - not rated | 1,550 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hengoed Primary School Chapel Terrace , Hengoed CF82 7JU | - not rated | 1,602 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howells Training Ltd | Units 6-8 (Evens), East Road | 134 yd | |
| Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr Catering Facilities | Caerphilly Road | 449 yd | |
| Full Circle | Plas Hyfryd, 74 Ffordd Y Maes | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox and Hounds | Fox & Hounds, Trosnant Crescent | 416 yd | |
| Penallta Rugby Club | Penallta Rugby Football Club,, Caerphilly Road | 449 yd | |
| The Harp Inn Y Delyn Aur | Harp Inn, St Cattwg's Avenue | 694 yd | |
| Gelligaer Bowling Club | Gelligaer Bowling Green And Pavilion, Gelligaer Recreation Ground, Gwaun-Fro | 753 yd | |
| The Lindsay Club | Lindsay Constitutional Club, Gelligaer Road | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gelligaer Fish Bar | 3 The Shopping Centre, St Cattwg's Avenue | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 4 The Shopping Centre, St Cattwg's Avenue | 662 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 | 73.3% |
| 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 | 6.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 6.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 26.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.