Postcode Analysis Caerphilly, Wales

WILLIAM STREET, CF81 8ND House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLIAM STREET, CF81 8ND.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 34,100 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF81 8ND 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.

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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

CF81 8ND is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

CF81 8ND is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on William Street, 0.6km from Gilfach in Bargod. Administratively it sits within Gilfach ward and the Caerphilly constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 41) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £108k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 8ND are sourced from Output Area W00007133 (shared with 16 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 CF81 8ND. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 108,500

2 sales · Mean £ 108,500

Semi-Detached

£ 80,500

1 sales · Mean £ 80,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

CF81 8ND has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences19
Public order8
Anti-social behaviour5
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

32 nearby
  • Dowlais Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Fferyllfa Dowlais0.7 km
  • Bargoed Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Best One0.7 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
  • + 27 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Bargoed Labour Club & Institute Ltd0.6 km
  • Clwb Rygbi Bargoed0.5 km
  • Gelligaer Masonic Club0.6 km
  • Jax #1 Bar0.6 km
  • Bargoed Labour Club & Institute Ltd0.6 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Fireside Cafe Lounge0.8 km
  • Lucky Strike0.8 km
  • Ricci's Cafe0.6 km
  • Fireside Cafe Lounge0.8 km
  • Lucky Strike0.8 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Iceland0.8 km
  • Morrisons0.6 km
  • Iceland0.8 km
  • Morrisons0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Ajantha Tandoori0.6 km
  • Belinda's Plaice0.9 km
  • Best Kebabs0.7 km
  • Cantonese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Happy Paradise0.9 km
  • + 15 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gilfach Fargoed0.3 km
  • Bargoed1.2 km
  • Pengam1.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Gilfach Workingmen's Club0.1 km
  • Gilfach Workingmen's Club0.1 km
  • Alfred Street0.1 km
  • Capel Hotel0.2 km
  • Hillside Park0.2 km