Postcode Analysis Cardiff, Wales

PLAS BOWLES, CF11 0JY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLAS BOWLES, CF11 0JY.

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Population

267

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 43,900 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CF11 0JY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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10/10
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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

CF11 0JY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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CF11 0JY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Plas Bowles, 0.6km from Penarth Flats in Penarth. Administratively it sits within Grangetown ward and the Cardiff South and Penarth constituency.

For families considering a move, CF11 0JY represents a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (53% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £210k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for CF11 0JY are sourced from Output Area W00010586 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF11 0JY. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.3%
Asian / British Asian10.9%
Black / African / Caribbean3.0%
Other / Mixed7.9%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 53%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 215,000

5 sales · Mean £ 241,200

Terraced

£ 367,500

6 sales · Mean £ 378,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

CF11 0JY has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and bicycle theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6
Bicycle theft3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Morrisons Garage Shop0.5 km
  • Supreme Convenience0.8 km
  • W J Horne & Son0.8 km
  • Supreme Convenience0.8 km
  • W J Horne & Son0.8 km
  • + 9 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • Cogan Coronation Club & Institute0.9 km
  • The Oystercatcher0.6 km
  • Cogan Coronation Club & Institute0.9 km
  • The Oystercatcher0.6 km
  • Penarth Ex-Servicemans Club1.0 km
  • + 11 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Legacy Leisure - Cafe Vita0.5 km
  • Legacy Leisure - Cafe Vita0.5 km
  • The Harvester0.7 km
  • Courts0.8 km
  • Penarth Leisure Centre0.9 km
  • + 27 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Morrisons0.5 km
  • Morrisons0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Spring Garden0.8 km
  • Spring Garden0.8 km
  • Papa Johns Pizza Cardiff Bay0.8 km
  • Papa Johns Pizza Cardiff Bay0.8 km
  • Magic Wok0.8 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cogan0.9 km
  • Dingle Road1.0 km
  • Penarth1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Cardiff Ice Rink0.2 km
  • Olympian Drive0.3 km
  • Watkiss Way0.4 km
  • Olympian Drive Park & Ride0.4 km
  • International Drive0.4 km