CF24 4DQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Caerdydd in Cardiff. Administratively it sits within Plasnewydd ward and the Cardiff Central constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a professional home-workers in outer suburbs zone — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. Average age 27 — a clear signal of a student and young renter community, typically with strong café and nightlife culture nearby. 58% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 CF24 4DQ are sourced from Output Area W00009454 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CF24 4DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CF24 4DQ.
418
27
£ 41,200 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF24 4DQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CF24 4DQ is a student and graduate zone — average age 27, 58% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Low crime and budget prices are a strong draw for students and early-career renters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF24 4DQ. The average age is 26.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF24 4DQ has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
84 nearby- Ania-polski Sklep Ltd0.7 km
- Chopshop0.7 km
- Eastern European Food0.7 km
- Greggs0.7 km
- Spice of Life0.7 km
- + 79 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- The Andrew Buchan0.7 km
- The Royal George0.7 km
- The Andrew Buchan0.7 km
- The Royal George0.7 km
- Cathays Conservative Club0.9 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
190 nearby- Ali Baba's0.7 km
- Chai Green0.7 km
- Calabrisella Cathays0.8 km
- CHICKIES0.7 km
- DALCHINI RESTAURANT & TAKEAWAY0.7 km
- + 185 more
Supermarkets
14 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Spar City Road0.9 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
88 nearby- Albany Fish Bar0.7 km
- Anatolian Grill0.7 km
- Bennys Chicken0.7 km
- Fahrenheit 4510.9 km
- Frankies0.7 km
- + 83 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cathays1.1 km
- Cardiff Queen Street1.8 km
- Heath Low Level2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Tydfil Place0.1 km
- Tydfil Place0.1 km
- Tydfil Place0.2 km
- Tydfil Place0.2 km
- Shirley Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CF244DQ · Data under Open Government Licence