Cross Street is in Bedwas, Caerphilly and in Caerphilly district. CF83 8AH is located in the Bedwas and Trethomas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Caerphilly. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cross Street, Bedwas, Caerphilly, CF83 8AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF83 8AG, CF83 8AF, CF83 8AJ, CF83 8AL, CF83 8AS, CF83 8AE, CF83 8AN, CF83 8FA, CF83 8AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF83 8AH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50.5% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.5% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 29.3% | 35.8% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 45.1% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.4% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 7.1% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 38% | 39.6% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 33% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 17.8% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 7.2% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 8AH this area, 32.5% 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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.9% | 32.5% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 14.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 6.7% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 14.2% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 7.5% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 15.7% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 17.5% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 6% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.2% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 97.2% | 93.4% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 93.4% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.7% | 76.7% | -2.0% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 20% | 13.5% | 6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.8% | 37.2% | 15.6% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross Street was 43.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.6% lower than the Bedwas and Trethomas average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cross Street has the 6th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Bedwas and Trethomas and the 150th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Cross Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2022-04-14 | £115,208 |
| 2 Cross Street, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £46,500 | 2000-09-15 | £205,873 |
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedwas Infant School St Mary's Street , Bedwas CF83 8EE | - not rated | 230 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bedwas Junior School Church Street , Bedwas CF83 8EB | - not rated | 230 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bedwas High School Newport Road , Bedwas CF83 8BJ | - not rated | 528 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tyn - y - Wern Primary Navigator Street , Trethomas CF83 8BR | - not rated | 890 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St James Primary Lansbury Park , CF83 3GT | - not rated | 1,576 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Coffee Shop | Shop Unit, 24 Church Street | 268 yd | |
| Miss Bee's Pantry | 9 Church Street | 302 yd | |
| The Rock | The Rock, 1-3 Church Street | 380 yd | |
| Grazing @ Sunnybank | Sunnybank Farm, Rudry Road | 760 yd | |
| The Bistro | Tyn-Y-Wern Primary School, Heol-Yr-Ysgol | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wonky Bar | 17 Church Street | 302 yd | |
| Bridgend Inn | Bridgend Inn, The Square | 417 yd | |
| Church House Inn | Church Street | 444 yd | |
| Bedwas Rugby Football Club | Bedwas Rugby Club, Bedwas Road | 549 yd | |
| Ruperra Social Club | Navigation Street | 900 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedwas Fish Bar | 22 Church Street | 268 yd | |
| Bhaji Indian Takeaway | 20 Church Street | 268 yd | |
| New Kings Chinese | 7 Church Street | 302 yd | |
| The Happy Fish & Chips | Unit 1, Llanfabon Drive Shops, Llanfabon Drive | 449 yd | |
| Shipdeck | Newport Road | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Bedwas | 51-53 Church Street | 259 yd | |
| Tesco | Riverbank Court | 974 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.