Postcode Analysis Vale of Glamorgan, Wales

MYRTLE GROVE, CF63 2LR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MYRTLE GROVE, CF63 2LR.

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Population

255

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 37,600 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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10/10
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8/10
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1/10
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Area Character

CF63 2LR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £150k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CF63 2LR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Myrtle Grove, 0.3km from Palmerstown in Barry (Vale of Glamorgan). Administratively it sits within Cadoc ward and the Vale of Glamorgan constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 45) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 2LR are sourced from Output Area W00005646 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF63 2LR. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

£ 156,000

3 sales · Mean £ 167,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CF63 2LR has low crime rates — 42 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.

Violence and sexual offences133
Criminal damage and arson29
Other theft21
Public order18
Anti-social behaviour11

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • Pennys0.9 km
  • Pennys0.9 km
  • Vere Street Mini Market0.6 km
  • Slimming World Franchise0.6 km
  • Vere Street Mini Market0.6 km
  • + 19 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • St Andrews Major Golf Club0.9 km
  • St Andrews Major Golf Club0.9 km
  • Glenbrook Inn0.3 km
  • King William0.5 km
  • Glenbrook Inn0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl UK GmbH1.0 km
  • Lidl UK GmbH1.0 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Just Perfect Catering At Dow Corning Ltd0.5 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Just Perfect Catering At Dow Corning Ltd0.5 km
  • Hatch Bakery0.5 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Allans Family Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Royal Balti0.6 km
  • Smart Kebab House and Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Allans Family Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Flaming Frangos0.6 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cadoxton0.5 km
  • Barry Docks1.8 km
  • Dinas Powys2.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Myrtle Grove0.1 km
  • Ash Grove0.1 km
  • Wolfe Close0.2 km
  • St Julian Close0.2 km
  • St Julian Close0.2 km