Postcode Analysis Cardiff, Wales

BUTLEIGH AVENUE, CF5 1BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUTLEIGH AVENUE, CF5 1BX.

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Population

321

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 48,000 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF5 1BX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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5/10
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7/10
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6/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CF5 1BX combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£486k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 30.1% year-on-year.

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

CF5 1BX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Butleigh Avenue, 0.3km from Victoria Park in Cardiff. Administratively it sits within Canton ward and the Cardiff West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CF5, CF5 1BX offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £486k, down 30.1% 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 CF5 1BX are sourced from Output Area W00008894 (shared with 4 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 CF5 1BX. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.5%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 400,000

4 sales · Mean £ 391,375

Semi-Detached

£ 485,500

4 sales · Mean £ 480,250

Detached

£ 350,000

1 sales · Mean £ 350,000

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

CF5 1BX has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime41
Violence and sexual offences35
Shoplifting20
Public order17
Other theft16

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

28 nearby
  • Ely Shop0.7 km
  • Riverside Minimarket0.7 km
  • Ely Shop0.7 km
  • Riverside Minimarket0.7 km
  • Mr Croquewich0.5 km
  • + 23 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Ely Conservative Club0.9 km
  • Ely Conservative Club0.9 km
  • Clive Arms0.8 km
  • Victoria Park0.6 km
  • Clive Arms0.8 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

52 nearby
  • Ely Bridge Centre0.9 km
  • Lucky Chef0.7 km
  • Ely Bridge Centre0.9 km
  • Lucky Chef0.7 km
  • Ansh0.5 km
  • + 47 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Manpo Takeaway0.8 km
  • Racks&Bone0.7 km
  • Xiang Le Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • Manpo Takeaway0.8 km
  • Racks&Bone0.7 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Exotica0.8 km
  • Exotica0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Waun-Gron Park0.4 km
  • Fairwater0.9 km
  • Ninian Park2.0 km

Bus Stops

  • The Insole0.2 km
  • Insole Shops0.3 km
  • Windway Road0.3 km
  • Windway Road0.3 km
  • Ely Bridge0.3 km