CF81 8LG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Gilfach in Bargod. Administratively it sits within Gilfach ward and the Caerphilly constituency.
Day-to-day life in CF81 8LG has the character of these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 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 CF81 8LG are sourced from Output Area W00007136 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CF81 8LG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CF81 8LG.
261
43
£ 34,100 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF81 8LG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CF81 8LG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 50% 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 CF81 8LG. The average age is 42.9. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
CF81 8LG has low crime rates — 10 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
30 nearby- Dowlais Pharmacy0.8 km
- Fferyllfa Dowlais0.8 km
- Bargoed Pharmacy0.8 km
- Best One0.9 km
- Boots UK Ltd1.0 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Bargoed Labour Club & Institute Ltd0.9 km
- Clwb Rygbi Bargoed0.7 km
- Gelligaer Masonic Club0.8 km
- Jax #1 Bar0.8 km
- Bargoed Labour Club & Institute Ltd0.9 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Fireside Cafe Lounge0.9 km
- Ricci's Cafe0.8 km
- Fireside Cafe Lounge0.9 km
- Ricci's Cafe0.8 km
- Subway0.9 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
- Morrisons0.8 km
- Iceland0.9 km
- Morrisons0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Ajantha Tandoori0.8 km
- Best Kebabs0.9 km
- Cantonese Takeaway0.8 km
- Ajantha Indian Takeaway0.8 km
- Best Kebabs0.9 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gilfach Fargoed0.4 km
- Pengam1.1 km
- Bargoed1.3 km
Bus Stops
- The Gwerthonor0.1 km
- The Gwerthonor0.1 km
- Gilfach Workingmen's Club0.1 km
- Gilfach Workingmen's Club0.1 km
- Hillside Park0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CF818LG · Data under Open Government Licence