Greenacre Drive is in Bedwas, Caerphilly and in Rhymney Valley district. CF83 8HG 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 Greenacre Drive, Bedwas, Caerphilly, CF83 8HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF83 8HH, CF83 8PE, CF83 8HJ, CF83 8UD, CF83 8EN, CF83 8EJ, CF83 8EW, CF83 8DS, CF83 8EX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF83 8HG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% of residents 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 | 52% | 49.9% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 48% | 50.1% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 CF83 8HG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% 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 | 22.7% | 23.9% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 59% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 14.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 4.9% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 10.8% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 45.2% | 45.8% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 32% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 14.3% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 7.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 29.2% | 23.7% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.2% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 12.2% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 4.9% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 18.8% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 29.6% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 5% | 1.6% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.5% | 98% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98.5% | 97.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greenacre Drive was 9.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.5% lower than the Bedwas and Trethomas average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Greenacre Drive has the lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Bedwas and Trethomas and the 17th lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Greenacre Drive, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £224,000 | 2024-02-06 | £241,957 |
| 53 Greenacre Drive, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2018-09-20 | £259,129 |
| 31 Greenacre Drive, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2017-07-14 | £248,102 |
| 43 Greenacre Drive, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2017-03-21 | £252,139 |
| 61 Greenacre Drive, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £208,495 | 2016-02-16 | £359,816 |
CF83 8HG 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 8HG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 115 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedwas Infant School St Mary's Street , Bedwas CF83 8EE | - not rated | 356 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bedwas Junior School Church Street , Bedwas CF83 8EB | - not rated | 533 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bedwas High School Newport Road , Bedwas CF83 8BJ | - not rated | 1,100 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tyn - y - Wern Primary Navigator Street , Trethomas CF83 8BR | - not rated | 1,469 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St James Primary Lansbury Park , CF83 3GT | - not rated | 1,661 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miss Bee's Pantry | 9 Church Street | 396 yd | |
| The Loft | Unit 11 (Lawrence Court), Greenway | 410 yd | |
| Village Coffee Shop | Shop Unit, 24 Church Street | 423 yd | |
| The Rock | The Rock, 1-3 Church Street | 499 yd | |
| Eden Centre Caerphilly | Unit B, 6 Greenway | 600 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church House Inn | Church Street | 393 yd | |
| The Wonky Bar | 17 Church Street | 397 yd | |
| Bridgend Inn | Bridgend Inn, The Square | 536 yd | |
| Bedwas Rugby Football Club | Bedwas Rugby Club, Bedwas Road | 577 yd | |
| Crossways | Crossways Public House Unit A, Crossways Park | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Kings Chinese | 7 Church Street | 397 yd | |
| Bedwas Fish Bar | 22 Church Street | 423 yd | |
| Bhaji Indian Takeaway | 20 Church Street | 423 yd | |
| The Happy Fish & Chips | Unit 1, Llanfabon Drive Shops, Llanfabon Drive | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Bedwas | 51-53 Church Street | 328 yd | |
| Tesco | Parc Pontypandy | 844 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 12-13, Gallagher Retail Park, Parc Pontypandy | 926 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 | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.7% |
| 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 | 1.9% |
| Median download speed | 44.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.