CF3 0DA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Sanderling Drive, 0.4km from Llaneurwg in Cardiff. Administratively it sits within Trowbridge ward and the Cardiff South and Penarth constituency.
For families considering a move, CF3 0DA represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £193k. 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 CF3 0DA are sourced from Output Area W00009687 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SANDERLING DRIVE, CF3 0DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SANDERLING DRIVE, CF3 0DA.
344
47
£ 43,100 /yr
43%
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.
Area Character
CF3 0DA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 79% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF3 0DA. The average age is 46.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 165,000
3 sales · Mean £ 174,666
Detached
£ 242,000
2 sales · Mean £ 242,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CF3 0DA is moderate at 53 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
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Hope Espresso0.2 km
- Seaview Stores Ltd0.7 km
- St Mellon's Stores0.6 km
- Seaview Stores Ltd0.7 km
- Slimming World0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Church Inn0.6 km
- The Church Inn0.6 km
- Ty'r Winch0.6 km
- Ty'r Winch0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Botanic Kitchen Wyevale0.8 km
- Cardiff Garden Centre Restaurant0.8 km
- Iriechef jerk hut0.6 km
- Shamrat Indian Cuisine0.9 km
- Compass @ St Johns College0.5 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Crispy Cod0.6 km
- Crispy Cod0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.3 km
- Tesco0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llanishen5.5 km
- Heath High Level5.5 km
- Heath Low Level5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Heritage Inn0.1 km
- Sanderling Drive0.1 km
- Bishop Childs0.2 km
- St Mellons Tesco0.2 km
- Vaindre Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CF30DA · Data under Open Government Licence