St Davids Drive is in Machen, Caerphilly and in Rhymney Valley district. CF83 8RH 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 St Davids Drive, Machen, Caerphilly, CF83 8RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF83 8RE, CF83 8RG, CF83 8RP, CF83 8RF, CF83 8SZ, CF83 8SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF83 8RH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.4% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.6% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 8RH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.1% 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 | 22.3% | 25.3% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 54.1% | -9.8% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 9.2% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 10.5% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 45.6% | 43.7% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 34.9% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 17.1% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 6% | 3.6% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 21.4% | 17.5% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 13.1% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 15.3% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.1% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 17.9% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 24.5% | -2.0% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 2.5% | 5.7% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 100% | 99.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 99.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Not answered | 10.3% | 6.0% | 4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Davids Drive was 78.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.3% higher than the Machen and Rudry average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
St Davids Drive has the 8th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Machen and Rudry and the 264th highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 St Davids Drive, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-08-08 | £261,470 |
| 28 St Davids Drive, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-08-01 | £246,643 |
| 61 St Davids Drive, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-09-22 | £287,353 |
| 35 St Davids Drive, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2023-06-23 | £248,296 |
| 48 St Davids Drive, Caerphilly, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-02-24 | £263,457 |
CF83 8RH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF83 8RH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graig-Y-Rhacca Primary and Nursery Community School Addison Way , Machen CF83 8WW | - not rated | 282 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tyn - y - Wern Primary Navigator Street , Trethomas CF83 8BR | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bedwas High School Newport Road , Bedwas CF83 8BJ | - not rated | 1,595 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhydri Primary School Rhydri , CF83 3DF | - not rated | 1,836 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Machen Primary School Commercial Road , Machen CF83 8NA | - not rated | 2,100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basil & Rusty's Ice Cream | Gelli Wastad Farm, Newport Road | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subzero Ice Cream Ltd | Unit 4, Riverbank Court, Newport Road | 1,001 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 34.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.