CF62 3BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Croft John, 0.2km from Pen-marc in Rhoose. Administratively it sits within Rhoose ward and the Vale of Glamorgan constituency.
For serious buyers, CF62 3BQ is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.4M. 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 CF62 3BQ are sourced from Output Area W00005906 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CROFT JOHN, CF62 3BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROFT JOHN, CF62 3BQ.
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£ 49,100 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF62 3BQ 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CF62 3BQ combines high owner-occupation (91%), strong property values (£1.4M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF62 3BQ. The average age is 50.3. 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
Detached
£ 953,750
2 sales · Mean £ 953,750
Terraced
£ 215,000
1 sales · Mean £ 215,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF62 3BQ has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- BAMC1.0 km
- BAEW British Airways Engineering Wales1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Old Barn B & B0.1 km
- The Old Barn B & B0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cardiff International Airport1.8 km
- Rhoose Cardiff Airport2.6 km
- Barry Station5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Crofthead0.0 km
- Six Bells0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CF623BQ · Data under Open Government Licence