CF14 9BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Oakridge, 0.3km from Thornhill in Cardiff. Administratively it sits within Lisvane and Thornhill ward and the Cardiff North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £269k. 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 CF14 9BS are sourced from Output Area W00009266 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAKRIDGE, CF14 9BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKRIDGE, CF14 9BS.
254
39
£ 56,500 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF14 9BS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 39, CF14 9BS has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF14 9BS. The average age is 39.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 290,000
3 sales · Mean £ 293,333
Terraced
£ 195,500
6 sales · Mean £ 204,575
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF14 9BS has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Pendragon0.8 km
- The Pendragon0.8 km
- Wolf's Castle0.7 km
- Wolf's Castle0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lisvane & Thornhill0.7 km
- Llanishen0.9 km
- Birchgrove2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Oakridge0.1 km
- Oakridge0.1 km
- Oakridge0.1 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Cheriton Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CF149BS · Data under Open Government Licence