Alder Avenue is in Dyffryn Business Park, Hengoed and in Caerphilly district. CF82 7TW is located in the Maesycwmmer electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 2009-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alder Avenue, Dyffryn Business Park, Hengoed, CF82 7TW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF82 7TW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 49.8% | 49.5% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50.5% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF82 7TW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.3% | 30.9% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 52.6% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 8.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 6.4% | -4.9% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 7.8% | 2.4% | 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 | 48.9% | 45.3% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 32.3% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 15.8% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 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 | 20.1% | 21.3% | 1.2% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7.8% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 18.1% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 18.1% | 2.5% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 26.1% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 95.8% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 99.5% | 97.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.5% | 98% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56% | 37.2% | 18.8% |
| Christian | 34.3% | 46.2% | -11.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alder Avenue was 36.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.0% lower than the Hengoed average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alder Avenue has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Hengoed and the 127th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 55.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Alder Avenue, Hengoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £377,476 | 2023-10-12 | £382,458 |
| 4 Alder Avenue, Hengoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-10-12 | £101,320 |
| Uk Used Clothes Ltd, Unit C10, Block C Duffryn Park, 1 Alder Avenue, Hengoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £6,410,000 | 2021-02-02 | £7,688,918 |
| Checkfire Ltd, Block A Duffryn Park, 1 Alder Avenue, Hengoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £6,410,000 | 2021-02-02 | £7,688,918 |
| Catnic, 2 Alder Avenue, Hengoed, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £1,380,000 | 2017-03-31 | £1,953,532 |
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Retired | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Fields School & Resource Centre Caerphilly Road , Ystrad Mynach CF82 7XW | - not rated | 1,148 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Lewis Girls' Comprehensive School Oakfield Street , CF82 7WW | - not rated | 1,347 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Allta Central Street , Ystrad Mynach CF82 7XQ | - not rated | 1,563 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ystrad Mynach Primary Lewis Street , Ystrad Mynach CF82 7AQ | - not rated | 1,619 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cwm Glas Infant School Pant Glas , Llanbradach CF83 3PD | - not rated | 1,734 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evolution Fitness/Evo Prep Meals | Unit 2, Withey Dyffryn Court, Alder Avenue | 489 yd | |
| Green Valley Coffee Shop | Coleg Y Cymoedd - Ystrad Mynach Campus, Twyn Road | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coopers Arms | Coopers Arms, Caerphilly Road | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pitch Side Cafe | Caerphilly County Borough Centre For Sporting Excellence, Caerphilly Road | 865 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.