Postcode Analysis Cardiff, Wales

MAINDY MEWS, CF24 4HP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAINDY MEWS, CF24 4HP.

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Population

545

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Avg Age

27

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Avg Income

£ 34,300 /yr

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Employed

16%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF24 4HP 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.

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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

CF24 4HP is a student and graduate zone — average age 27, 70% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Unusually low crime for this demographic — a safer student/graduate area than most. Property prices are trending up 8.1% year-on-year.

home £274,000 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CF24 4HP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Maindy Mews, 0.4km from Cathays in Cardiff. Administratively it sits within Cathays ward and the Cardiff Central constituency.

For renters and young professionals, CF24 4HP offers 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. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 70% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £274k, up 8.1% year-on-year. 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 4HP are sourced from Output Area W00008912 (shared with 29 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 CF24 4HP. The average age is 27.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British74.6%
Asian / British Asian14.4%
Black / African / Caribbean4.1%
Other / Mixed7.0%

Economic Activity

16%Active
FT: 11%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 260,000

1 sales · Mean £ 260,000

Terraced

£ 209,000

5 sales · Mean £ 227,800

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CF24 4HP has low crime rates — 31 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.

Violence and sexual offences119
Vehicle crime50
Shoplifting38
Bicycle theft36
Criminal damage and arson35

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

68 nearby
  • Ania-polski Sklep Ltd0.8 km
  • Chopshop0.9 km
  • Eastern European Food0.8 km
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • Spice of Life0.8 km
  • + 63 more
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Pub, NightClub

24 nearby
  • Diggste pub company0.5 km
  • The Andrew Buchan0.8 km
  • The Royal George0.7 km
  • Diggste pub company0.5 km
  • The Andrew Buchan0.8 km
  • + 19 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

186 nearby
  • Ali Baba's0.9 km
  • Chai Green0.8 km
  • Calabrisella Cathays0.1 km
  • CHICKIES0.8 km
  • DALCHINI RESTAURANT & TAKEAWAY0.7 km
  • + 181 more
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Supermarkets

14 nearby
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.8 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.8 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • The Co-op Food0.5 km
  • + 9 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

82 nearby
  • Albany Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Anatolian Grill0.8 km
  • Bennys Chicken0.8 km
  • Frankies0.7 km
  • Orient Express0.7 km
  • + 77 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cathays0.5 km
  • Cardiff Queen Street1.3 km
  • Cardiff Central1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Maindy Road0.0 km
  • Maindy Road0.1 km
  • Catherine Street0.1 km
  • Minister Street0.1 km
  • Cemetery Gates0.1 km