CF5 4SF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Denison Way, 0.2km from Llanfihangel-ar-Elai in Cardiff. Administratively it sits within Ely ward and the Cardiff West constituency.
For families considering a move, CF5 4SF represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £312k, up 47.6% 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 4SF are sourced from Output Area W00009015 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DENISON WAY, CF5 4SF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DENISON WAY, CF5 4SF.
430
39
£ 35,000 /yr
44%
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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CF5 4SF spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 47.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF5 4SF. 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
Detached
£ 306,250
14 sales · Mean £ 313,285
Semi-Detached
£ 234,000
5 sales · Mean £ 256,200
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF5 4SF has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Grand Avenue Food Store0.8 km
- Grand Avenue Food Store0.8 km
- Glan Ely News0.4 km
- Spar0.5 km
- Glan Ely News0.4 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Ely Kebab House0.8 km
- Ely Kebab House0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Man Sang Take Away0.4 km
- Queens Fish Bar0.8 km
- Man Sang Take Away0.4 km
- Queens Fish Bar0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fairwater3.3 km
- Waun-Gron Park3.3 km
- Danescourt4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Denison Way0.1 km
- Nant-y-Drope0.2 km
- Deepwood Close0.2 km
- Deepwood Close0.2 km
- Coed Arhyd0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CF54SF · Data under Open Government Licence