CF3 3BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brachdy Road, 0.8km from Pwll-Mawr in Cardiff. Administratively it sits within Rumney ward and the Cardiff South and Penarth constituency.
For families considering a move, CF3 3BE represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k. 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 CF3 3BE are sourced from Output Area W00009612 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRACHDY ROAD, CF3 3BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRACHDY ROAD, CF3 3BE.
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44
£ 39,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF3 3BE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CF3 3BE spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. 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 CF3 3BE. The average age is 43.7. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 243,250
2 sales · Mean £ 243,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF3 3BE has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Hanar Stores0.7 km
- Hanar Stores0.7 km
- Lifestyle Express0.1 km
- Spar0.3 km
- Lifestyle Express0.1 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Lamby Way Cardiff Catering Commercial0.7 km
- The Lotus House0.7 km
- Maria's Coffee and Sandwich Shop0.2 km
- Maria's Coffee and Sandwich Shop0.2 km
- McDonalds1.0 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Big Fish0.2 km
- Desi Snack0.7 km
- Rumney Fish Bar Ltd0.2 km
- The Original Rumney Balti0.3 km
- Big Fish0.2 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cross Inn0.7 km
- Cross Inn0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cardiff Queen Street3.7 km
- Cathays3.8 km
- Heath High Level4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Brachdy Lane0.2 km
- Caeglas Road0.2 km
- Quarry Dale0.2 km
- Caeglas Road0.2 km
- Caeglas Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CF33BE · Data under Open Government Licence