CF63 1AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Plas Gwernen, 0.8km from Cadoxton in Barry (Vale of Glamorgan). Administratively it sits within Cadoc ward and the Vale of Glamorgan constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CF63, CF63 1AR offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. With residents averaging 34 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £313k, down 23.0% 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 CF63 1AR are sourced from Output Area W00009842 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PLAS GWERNEN, CF63 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLAS GWERNEN, CF63 1AR.
262
34
£ 37,600 /yr
57%
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
No single demographic signal dominates CF63 1AR — age 34, 79% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 23.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF63 1AR. The average age is 33.9. 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
£ 227,500
6 sales · Mean £ 230,000
Detached
£ 280,000
6 sales · Mean £ 300,083
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF63 1AR has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Pennys0.3 km
- Shree Stores0.5 km
- Pennys0.3 km
- Shree Stores0.5 km
- G Lailna Stores0.8 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl UK GmbH0.3 km
- Lidl UK GmbH0.3 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Glenbrook Inn0.8 km
- King William0.7 km
- Glenbrook Inn0.8 km
- King William0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Hatch Bakery0.7 km
- Hatch Bakery0.7 km
- Mint Room1.0 km
- The Real Junk Food Cafe0.9 km
- Mint Room1.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Golden Star1.0 km
- Manalos1.0 km
- Yang Tze Chop Suey House1.0 km
- Golden Star1.0 km
- Manalos1.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cadoxton1.2 km
- Barry Docks2.3 km
- Dinas Powys2.7 km
Bus Stops
- Carn-yr-Ebol0.1 km
- Pencoedtre Road0.2 km
- Pencoedtre Road0.2 km
- Michaelston Close0.3 km
- Michaelston Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CF631AR · Data under Open Government Licence