Forge Road is in Machen, Caerphilly and in Caerphilly district. CF83 8PH is located in the Machen and Rudry electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Caerphilly. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Forge Road, Machen, Caerphilly, CF83 8PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF83 8PG, CF83 8NB, CF83 8PT, CF83 8NW, CF83 8PS, CF83 8NA, CF83 8PR, CF83 8PP, CF83 8PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF83 8PH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 51.7% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 46.1% | 48.3% | 2.2% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 8PH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 23.4% | 22.4% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.5% | 53.9% | 4.4% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 11% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 11.4% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.4% | 46.8% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 22.9% | 25.3% | 2.4% | 33.6% | -8.3% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 14.1% | -6.1% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 12.6% | 5.2% | 4.0% | 8.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 8PH this area, 28.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28% | 28.4% | 0.4% | 18.2% | 10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 7.2% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 11.3% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 4.5% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 12.2% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.3% | 33.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 95.5% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 97.3% | 97% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.6% | 37.2% | 17.4% |
| Christian | 39.4% | 46.2% | -6.8% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forge Road was 30.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.4% lower than the Machen and Rudry average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Forge Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Machen and Rudry and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.9%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Forge Road, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-10-04 | £262,549 |
| River View Forge Road, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2021-06-25 | £699,834 |
| 11 Forge Road, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2020-10-29 | £325,802 |
| 5 Forge Road, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2018-11-16 | £242,904 |
| Flat 1 Forge Road, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-09-20 | £186,542 |
CF83 8PH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Machen Primary School Commercial Road , Machen CF83 8NA | - not rated | 62 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Wyclif Independent Christian School Wyndham Street , CF83 8PU | - not rated | 160 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Graig-Y-Rhacca Primary and Nursery Community School Addison Way , Machen CF83 8WW | - not rated | 2,031 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhydri Primary School Rhydri , CF83 3DF | - not rated | 2,855 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Waunfawr Primary School Waunfawr Road , Crosskeys NP11 7PG | - not rated | 3,078 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Services Club | Forge Road | 7 yd | |
| Machen Workingmens Constitutional Club | Dranllwyn, 18 Commercial Road | 167 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombay Spice | 2a, 2 Forge Road | 7 yd | |
| Good Fortune Takeaweay | Shop Unit, 1 Forge Road | 50 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 70 Commercial Road | 235 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 | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.