Postcode Analysis Cardiff, Wales

CITY ROAD, CF24 3JD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CITY ROAD, CF24 3JD.

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Population

625

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Avg Age

27

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Avg Income

£ 36,600 /yr

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Employed

27%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF24 3JD 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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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

CF24 3JD is a high-turnover rental hub — with 73% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Low crime and budget prices create strong demand from cost-conscious renters.

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

CF24 3JD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on City Road, 0.3km from Cardiff in Cardiff. Administratively it sits within Plasnewydd ward and the Cardiff Central constituency.

For renters and young professionals, CF24 3JD offers members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 73% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Cardiff.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £165k, 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 CF24 3JD are sourced from Output Area W00009476 (shared with 34 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 CF24 3JD. The average age is 27.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British51.1%
Asian / British Asian34.1%
Black / African / Caribbean2.1%
Other / Mixed12.7%

Economic Activity

27%Active
FT: 16%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 165,000

1 sales · Mean £ 165,000

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

Crime around CF24 3JD is moderate at 52 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.

Shoplifting230
Violence and sexual offences202
Vehicle crime70
Public order68
Anti-social behaviour59

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

114 nearby
  • Clare Food Superstore Ltd0.4 km
  • Coffi Co0.6 km
  • Family Choice Bargains0.4 km
  • Greggs of Treforest0.5 km
  • Nawroz Market0.3 km
  • + 109 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

30 nearby
  • Wingman0.5 km
  • Wingman0.5 km
  • The Andrew Buchan0.2 km
  • The Royal George0.1 km
  • The Andrew Buchan0.2 km
  • + 25 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

292 nearby
  • BBK0.4 km
  • Bwyty Alwali0.5 km
  • Cafe Sunrise0.4 km
  • Chaplaincy Student Lunch0.7 km
  • Curry Hut Cardiff0.4 km
  • + 287 more
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Supermarkets

24 nearby
  • The Co-op Food0.6 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.2 km
  • Tesco0.1 km
  • Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.2 km
  • Tesco0.1 km
  • + 19 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

120 nearby
  • Chicken.com0.5 km
  • Golden Rickshaw0.3 km
  • J&M0.6 km
  • Mamas Grill House Limited0.4 km
  • T & A Donner Kebabs0.4 km
  • + 115 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

10 nearby
  • Cardiff YMCA Housing Association0.8 km
  • Mercure Hotel and Spa1.0 km
  • Cardiff YMCA Housing Association0.8 km
  • Mercure Hotel and Spa1.0 km
  • Park Plaza Cardiff1.0 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cathays0.6 km
  • Cardiff Queen Street1.1 km
  • Cardiff Central1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Strathnairn Street0.0 km
  • Strathnairn Street0.0 km
  • Inverness Place0.1 km
  • Royal George Hotel0.1 km
  • Royal George Hotel0.2 km