Commercial Street is in Senghenydd, Caerphilly and in Caerphilly district. CF83 4GY is located in the Aber Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Caerphilly. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Commercial Street, Senghenydd, Caerphilly, CF83 4GY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF83 4HS, CF83 4HT, CF83 4HR, CF83 4GH, CF83 4HD, CF83 4GJ, CF83 4GG, CF83 4HG, CF83 4HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF83 4GY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% 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 | 52.2% | 54.2% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 47.8% | 45.8% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
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 | 31.8% | 32.8% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 32.8% | -10.2% | 44.2% | -11.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 15.8% | 6.0% | 9.1% | 6.7% |
| Widowed | 13.6% | 16.4% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 10.3% |
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 (66.4%) 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 | 28.2% | 37.4% | 9.2% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 29% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 24.3% | 18.9% | -5.4% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 11.8% | 9.2% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 4.3% |
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 CF83 4GY this area, 42.6% 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 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.1% | 42.6% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 24.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 8.7% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 5.5% | -8.5% | 13.4% | -7.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.1% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 15.8% | 9.3% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 7% | 20.2% | 13.2% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.8% | 100% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 99.6% | 98.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 98.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.8% | 76.7% | -4.9% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 27.3% | 13.5% | 13.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.7% | 37.2% | 22.5% |
| Christian | 37.4% | 46.2% | -8.8% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commercial Street was 74.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.3% lower than the Aber Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Commercial Street has the 8th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Aber Valley and the 279th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 88.7%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Commercial Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2024-03-04 | £181,215 |
| 10 Commercial Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-11-01 | £220,055 |
| 38 Commercial Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-04-21 | £207,806 |
| 38 Commercial Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2022-04-22 | £113,669 |
| 4 Commercial Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-03-18 | £115,519 |
CF83 4GY 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 CF83 4GY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nant Y Parc Primary School Universal Site , Senghenydd CF83 4GY | - not rated | 106 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Ifor Bach Windsor Way , Abertridwr CF83 4AB | - not rated | 1,414 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmaber Infant School Bryngelli Terrace , Abertridwr CF83 4FF | - not rated | 1,563 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmaber Junior School Brynhafod Road , Abertridwr CF83 4BH | - not rated | 1,784 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cilfynydd Primary School Ann Street , Cilfynydd CF37 4EN | - not rated | 3,133 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dwell Coffee Shop | 83 Commercial Street | 334 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senghenydd RFC | Welfare Ground | 250 yd | |
| Aber & Senghenydd Ex-Servicemens Club | 18-19 Gwern Avenue | 250 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ming's Takeaway | 2 Gwern Avenue | 250 yd | |
| Sneggy Chippy Ltd | 1 High Street | 307 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.