CF24 4ST is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Cardiff in Cardiff. Administratively it sits within Plasnewydd ward and the Cardiff Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CF24 4ST is 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. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 50% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Cardiff.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 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 4ST are sourced from Output Area W00009455 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CF24 4ST House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CF24 4ST.
183
42
£ 41,200 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 50% social renting, CF24 4ST is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF24 4ST. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF24 4ST has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
108 nearby- Ania-polski Sklep Ltd0.4 km
- Chopshop0.4 km
- Eastern European Food0.4 km
- Greggs0.4 km
- Spice of Life0.3 km
- + 103 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- The Andrew Buchan0.4 km
- The Royal George0.3 km
- The Andrew Buchan0.4 km
- The Royal George0.3 km
- Heath Hotel0.8 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
254 nearby- Ali Baba's0.4 km
- Chai Green0.4 km
- Calabrisella Cathays0.6 km
- CHICKIES0.4 km
- DALCHINI RESTAURANT & TAKEAWAY0.3 km
- + 249 more
Supermarkets
20 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.4 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.4 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- CONTINENTAL BAZAAR CARDIFF LIMITED1.0 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
116 nearby- Albany Fish Bar0.4 km
- Anatolian Grill0.3 km
- Bennys Chicken0.4 km
- Fahrenheit 4510.6 km
- Frankies0.3 km
- + 111 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cathays0.8 km
- Cardiff Queen Street1.4 km
- Cardiff Central2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Dalcross Street0.1 km
- Dalcross Street0.1 km
- Woodville Road0.2 km
- Woodville Road0.2 km
- Woodville Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CF244ST · Data under Open Government Licence