Claerwen is in Gelligaer, Hengoed and in Caerphilly district. CF82 8EW is located in the St Cattwg electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Caerphilly. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Claerwen, Gelligaer, Hengoed, CF82 8EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF82 8EX, CF82 8ES, CF82 8EP, CF82 8EY, CF82 8ER, CF82 8EL, CF82 8EN, CF82 8EQ, CF82 8ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF82 8EW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 50.8% | 48.3% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 49.2% | 51.7% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 8EW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.9% 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 | 50.6% | 57.9% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.5% | 20.2% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -24.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 10.9% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 8% | 7.7% | -0.3% | 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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.7% | 42.8% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 26.7% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -6.9% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 15.7% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 9% | 11.3% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 7.3% |
| Very bad health | 4.2% | 3.5% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 CF82 8EW this area, 44.4% 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 8.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43% | 44.4% | 1.4% | 18.2% | 26.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 13.6% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 16% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 13.6% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.6% | 8.2% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -25.6% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.3% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 96.6% | 99.1% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 99.1% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 54.7% | 76.7% | -22.0% |
| No passport held | 45.3% | 13.5% | 31.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 78.2% | 37.2% | 41.0% |
| Christian | 16.2% | 46.2% | -30.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Claerwen was 249.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 284.4% higher than the St Cattwg average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Claerwen has the highest crime rate of 24 local areas in St Cattwg and the 37th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 152.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Claerwen, Hengoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-06-11 | £158,215 |
| 35 Claerwen, Hengoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,200 | 2021-03-08 | £90,285 |
| 12 Claerwen, Hengoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2018-12-14 | £132,822 |
| 16 Claerwen, Hengoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2018-08-30 | £148,194 |
| 35 Claerwen, Hengoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2015-03-13 | £103,319 |
The percentage of student residents living in CF82 8EW area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 49 |
| Looking after home or family | 43 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Other | 15 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhill Primary School Penywrlod , Gelligaer CF82 8EU | - not rated | 235 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glyn-Gaer CP School Oxford Street Glyngaer , Gelligaer CF82 8FF | - not rated | 1,065 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Derwendeg Primary School Hengoed Road , Cefn Hengoed CF82 7HP | - not rated | 1,798 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tiryberth Primary School New Road , Tiryberth CF82 8AU | - not rated | 2,255 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llancaeach Junior School Commercial Street , Nelson CF46 6NF | - not rated | 2,262 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harp Inn Y Delyn Aur | Harp Inn, St Cattwg's Avenue | 399 yd | |
| Fox and Hounds | Fox & Hounds, Trosnant Crescent | 956 yd | |
| Gelligaer Bowling Club | Gelligaer Bowling Green And Pavilion, Gelligaer Recreation Ground, Gwaun-Fro | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gelligaer Fish Bar | 3 The Shopping Centre, St Cattwg's Avenue | 410 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 4 The Shopping Centre, St Cattwg's Avenue | 410 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 | 47.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.41 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.41 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.