Heol Penallta is in Gelligaer, Hengoed and in Caerphilly district. CF82 8FA 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 Heol Penallta, Gelligaer, Hengoed, CF82 8FA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF82 8FB, CF82 8FD, CF82 8FE, CF82 8EE, CF82 8EZ, CF82 8HU, CF82 8EG, CF82 8EF, CF82 8EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF82 8FA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 50.9% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.1% | 49.1% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 35.9% | 37.3% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.9% | 34.8% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -9.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 15.9% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 9.9% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 (67.4%) 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% | 36.2% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 31.2% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 18.4% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 9.9% | 10.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 3.9% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.1% | 28% | -18.1% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 8.9% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 16.1% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.9% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.8% | 20.3% | 14.5% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 20.8% | 12.1% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 99.3% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 100% | 98.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| 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 | 100% | 98.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.2% | 37.2% | 22.0% |
| Christian | 30.9% | 46.2% | -15.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heol Penallta was 85.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.4% higher than the St Cattwg average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heol Penallta has the 7th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in St Cattwg and the 247th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Heol Penallta, Hengoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-12-10 | £167,697 |
| 20 Heol Penallta, Hengoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,950 | 2023-09-18 | £119,224 |
| 16 Heol Penallta, Hengoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £166,500 | 2023-05-22 | £185,448 |
| 12 Heol Penallta, Hengoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2018-05-25 | £124,033 |
| 16 Heol Penallta, Hengoed, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2009-08-04 | £147,303 |
CF82 8FA 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhill Primary School Penywrlod , Gelligaer CF82 8EU | - not rated | 582 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glyn-Gaer CP School Oxford Street Glyngaer , Gelligaer CF82 8FF | - not rated | 639 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Derwendeg Primary School Hengoed Road , Cefn Hengoed CF82 7HP | - not rated | 1,312 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tiryberth Primary School New Road , Tiryberth CF82 8AU | - not rated | 1,773 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glanynant Learning Centre (PRU) Hanbury Street , Glanynant NP12 3XP | - not rated | 1,941 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 | 704 yd | |
| Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr Catering Facilities | Caerphilly Road | 1,020 yd | |
| Full Circle | Plas Hyfryd, 74 Ffordd Y Maes | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harp Inn Y Delyn Aur | Harp Inn, St Cattwg's Avenue | 123 yd | |
| Gelligaer Bowling Club | Gelligaer Bowling Green And Pavilion, Gelligaer Recreation Ground, Gwaun-Fro | 633 yd | |
| Fox and Hounds | Fox & Hounds, Trosnant Crescent | 723 yd | |
| Penallta Rugby Club | Penallta Rugby Football Club,, Caerphilly Road | 1,020 yd | |
| Beechgrove Social Club | Beechgrove Social Club, The Square | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gelligaer Fish Bar | 3 The Shopping Centre, St Cattwg's Avenue | 95 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 4 The Shopping Centre, St Cattwg's Avenue | 95 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 | 47.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.