Commercial Street is in Senghenydd, Caerphilly and in Rhymney Valley district. CF83 4GZ 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 4GZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF83 4GG, CF83 4GF, CF83 4HA, CF83 4FY, CF83 4HR, CF83 4HB, CF83 4GE, CF83 4FR, CF83 4GD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF83 4GZ is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population 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 | 47.6% | 46.6% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 52.4% | 53.4% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 CF83 4GZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.2% 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 | 36.5% | 45.2% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.1% | 32.1% | -10.0% | 44.2% | -12.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 5% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 12.2% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 5% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 47.6% | 40.6% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 27.7% | 35.7% | 8.0% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 15.4% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 5.6% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 34.3% | 26.7% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 12.4% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 12.9% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.1% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 16.1% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 24% | 11.6% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.7% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.9% | 95.8% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 97.6% | 96.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 96.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.2% | 76.7% | -5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 25.8% | 13.5% | 12.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 66% | 37.2% | 28.8% |
| Christian | 24.6% | 46.2% | -21.6% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commercial Street was 88.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.1% lower than the Aber Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Commercial Street has the 9th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Aber Valley and the 236th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 79 Commercial Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2024-10-04 | £97,966 |
| 92 Commercial Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2024-04-16 | £160,777 |
| 90 Commercial Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2023-11-10 | £95,897 |
| Leigh Social Club Commercial Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Other, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-12-05 | £183,347 |
| 98 Commercial Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2021-06-24 | £151,442 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 146 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Ifor Bach Windsor Way , Abertridwr CF83 4AB | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmaber Infant School Bryngelli Terrace , Abertridwr CF83 4FF | - not rated | 1,329 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmaber Junior School Brynhafod Road , Abertridwr CF83 4BH | - not rated | 1,552 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cilfynydd Primary School Ann Street , Cilfynydd CF37 4EN | - not rated | 3,343 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 | 101 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senghenydd RFC | Welfare Ground | 92 yd | |
| Aber & Senghenydd Ex-Servicemens Club | 18-19 Gwern Avenue | 92 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sneggy Chippy Ltd | 1 High Street | 74 yd | |
| Ming's Takeaway | 2 Gwern Avenue | 92 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 | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 46.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 23.3% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 87.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.52 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.52 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.04 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.