CF62 6QS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from The Knap in Barry (Vale of Glamorgan). Administratively it sits within Baruc ward and the Vale of Glamorgan constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CF62 6QS is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 30% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 CF62 6QS are sourced from Output Area W00010617 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CF62 6QS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CF62 6QS.
323
39
£ 38,500 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CF62 6QS is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. 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 CF62 6QS. The average age is 38.6. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF62 6QS has low crime rates — 13 incidents 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
Takeaway Shop
40 nearby- Academy@Junction0.6 km
- Daniael0.6 km
- Far East Takeaway0.6 km
- Irene's Supper Bar0.6 km
- Mariano's0.7 km
- + 35 more
Restaurant, Cafe
72 nearby- The Beauty Spot Romilly Park0.3 km
- The Beauty Spot Romilly Park0.3 km
- Academy Espresso Bar0.5 km
- Kapow Ribs0.8 km
- RZ BARRY0.6 km
- + 67 more
Retailers - Other
46 nearby- Best One0.7 km
- Evans Pharmacy0.6 km
- Best One0.7 km
- Evans Pharmacy0.6 km
- Sofia’s Souvenirs0.8 km
- + 41 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Mount Rooms Hotel0.6 km
- Mount Rooms Hotel0.6 km
- The Mount Rooms (wet Sales)0.6 km
- The Mount Rooms (wet Sales)0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Borough Arms0.7 km
- Brewers Fayre0.9 km
- Clwb West End y Barri0.2 km
- Coco Cubana0.7 km
- Craft Republic0.8 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barry Station0.4 km
- Barry Island1.0 km
- Barry Docks2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Ship Hotel0.1 km
- Charles Place0.1 km
- Ship Hotel0.1 km
- Park Avenue0.1 km
- Ship Hotel0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CF626QS · Data under Open Government Licence