Is CF3 1XY a safe place to live?

Yes, CF3 1XY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CF3 1XY?

The population for the CF3 1XY area is approximately 374 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Cardiff, Wales

CF3 1XY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CF3 1XY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

374

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,100 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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9/10

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7/10

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3/10

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9/10

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3/10

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6/10

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1/10

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5/10

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6/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates CF3 1XY — age 32, 63% ownership, 22% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CF3 1XY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.4km from Longcross in Cardiff. Administratively it sits within Trowbridge ward and the Cardiff South and Penarth constituency.

For families considering a move, CF3 1XY represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. With residents averaging 32 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 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 CF3 1XY are sourced from Output Area W00010183 (shared with 3 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 CF3 1XY. The average age is 31.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.8%

Asian / British Asian7.9%

Black / African / Caribbean5.8%

Other / Mixed7.4%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 41%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

CF3 1XY has low crime rates — 14 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences18

Anti-social behaviour6

Criminal damage and arson4

Public order3

Vehicle crime3

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby

Artful Panda0.3 km
St Mellons Pantry0.4 km
Artful Panda0.3 km
Walnuts Food0.5 km
Walnuts Food0.5 km
+ 1 more