CF15 7LQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cae Lewis, 0.2km from Tongwynlais in Tongwynlais. Administratively it sits within Whitchurch and Tongwynlais ward and the Cardiff North constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CF15 7LQ is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 28% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £330k. 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 CF15 7LQ are sourced from Output Area W00009720 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CAE LEWIS, CF15 7LQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAE LEWIS, CF15 7LQ.
297
42
£ 43,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CF15 7LQ's 63% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF15 7LQ. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 237,500
7 sales · Mean £ 240,785
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CF15 7LQ is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Forest Tea Room0.8 km
- Lew's Coffee Shop @ Castell Coch0.7 km
- Forest Tea Room0.8 km
- Lew's Coffee Shop @ Castell Coch0.7 km
- Eurest @ Asda0.9 km
- + 15 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Asda Stores Limited (Petrol Forecourt)0.7 km
- Asda Stores Limited (Petrol Forecourt)0.7 km
- Castle Farm Dairy0.7 km
- DJ Reed Markets0.4 km
- Farmers Pantry Ltd0.7 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda Walmart Supercentre0.9 km
- Asda Walmart Supercentre0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Gelynis Farm Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
- Gelynis Farm Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The lewis arms0.3 km
- Tongwynlais RFC0.3 km
- Tynant Inn0.8 km
- The lewis arms0.3 km
- Tongwynlais RFC0.3 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Annie B’s Fish Bar0.2 km
- Annie B’s Fish Bar0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Taffs Well1.5 km
- Coryton1.7 km
- Radyr1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Iron Bridge0.1 km
- Pantgwynlais0.2 km
- St Michael`s Close0.2 km
- Lewis Arms0.3 km
- Castell Coch View0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CF157LQ · Data under Open Government Licence