Wallis Drive is in Penpedairheol, Hengoed and in Rhymney Valley district. CF82 8HS 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 Wallis Drive, Penpedairheol, Hengoed, CF82 8HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF82 8HQ, CF82 8HR, CF82 8BU, CF82 8HT, CF82 8FT, CF82 8BJ, CF82 8DQ, CF82 8BL, CF82 8HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF82 8HS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.2% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.8% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 8HS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.9% 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 | 22.4% | 23.4% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.4% | 60.9% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 16.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -5.3% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 10.3% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 42.9% | 44.3% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 33.7% | -3.6% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 15% | 16.8% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.1% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 22.4% | 16.1% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 9.2% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 14.6% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 21.8% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 27.6% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.6% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
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 | 98.4% | 98.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 98.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 76.7% | 14.7% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 49.7% | 46.2% | 3.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wallis Drive was 58.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.6% lower than the St Cattwg average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wallis Drive has the 10th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in St Cattwg and the 224th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Wallis Drive, Hengoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-12-09 | £237,340 |
| 15 Wallis Drive, Hengoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-08-26 | £256,124 |
| 8 Wallis Drive, Hengoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-08-10 | £235,459 |
| 2 Wallis Drive, Hengoed, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £223,000 | 2021-03-05 | £291,509 |
| 20 Wallis Drive, Hengoed, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-01-29 | £239,775 |
CF82 8HS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF82 8HS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 117 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 328 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Greenhill Primary School Penywrlod , Gelligaer CF82 8EU | - not rated | 1,051 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Glanynant Learning Centre (PRU) Hanbury Street , Glanynant NP12 3XP | - not rated | 1,290 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tiryberth Primary School New Road , Tiryberth CF82 8AU | - not rated | 1,351 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Derwendeg Primary School Hengoed Road , Cefn Hengoed CF82 7HP | - not rated | 1,356 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough and Harrow | Plough And Harrow, 2 Hengoed Road | 257 yd | |
| Beechgrove Social Club | Beechgrove Social Club, The Square | 259 yd | |
| Gelligaer Bowling Club | Gelligaer Bowling Green And Pavilion, Gelligaer Recreation Ground, Gwaun-Fro | 403 yd | |
| The Harp Inn Y Delyn Aur | Harp Inn, St Cattwg's Avenue | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Fish Bar | 1 Pengam Road | 335 yd | |
| Gelligaer Fish Bar | 3 The Shopping Centre, St Cattwg's Avenue | 843 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 4 The Shopping Centre, St Cattwg's Avenue | 843 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 | 38.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 46.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 46.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.93 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.