CF5 3RR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cedar Grove, 0.1km from Pentrebane in Cardiff. Administratively it sits within Fairwater ward and the Cardiff West constituency.
For families considering a move, CF5 3RR represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £221k, up 84.0% year-on-year. 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 CF5 3RR are sourced from Output Area W00009059 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CEDAR GROVE, CF5 3RR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CEDAR GROVE, CF5 3RR.
330
40
£ 36,300 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CF5 3RR spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 84.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF5 3RR. The average age is 40.1. 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
Terraced
£ 210,000
5 sales · Mean £ 236,200
Semi-Detached
£ 192,275
5 sales · Mean £ 192,035
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CF5 3RR is moderate at 53 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
12 nearby- Beechley Superstores0.1 km
- Londis Stores0.6 km
- Plasmawr News0.6 km
- W A Harris Butchers0.6 km
- Beechley Superstores0.1 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Fairwater Café0.6 km
- Kebab king0.5 km
- Fairwater Café0.6 km
- Kebab king0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Rabaiottis Fairwater Fish Bar0.6 km
- Yummies0.6 km
- Rabaiottis Fairwater Fish Bar0.6 km
- Yummies0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fairwater1.5 km
- Danescourt1.6 km
- Llandaf2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Beechley Drive0.1 km
- Ashcroft Crescent0.1 km
- Ashcroft Crescent0.1 km
- Maple Road0.2 km
- Orange Grove0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CF53RR · Data under Open Government Licence