CF81 8AB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Bargod in Bargod. Administratively it sits within Aberbargoed and Bargoed ward and the Caerphilly constituency.
For families considering a move, CF81 8AB represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 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 CF81 8AB are sourced from Output Area W00007020 (shared with 37 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CF81 8AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CF81 8AB.
303
38
£ 32,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF81 8AB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 63% owner-occupation and average age 38, CF81 8AB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF81 8AB. The average age is 37.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
CF81 8AB has low crime rates — 21 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
Retailers - Other
38 nearby- Dowlais Pharmacy0.4 km
- Fferyllfa Dowlais0.4 km
- Bargoed Pharmacy0.5 km
- Best One0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- + 33 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Bargoed Labour Club & Institute Ltd0.6 km
- Clwb Rygbi Bargoed0.6 km
- Gelligaer Masonic Club0.6 km
- Jax #1 Bar0.5 km
- The George0.7 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Fireside Cafe Lounge0.3 km
- Lucky Strike0.3 km
- Ricci's Cafe0.5 km
- Fireside Cafe Lounge0.3 km
- Lucky Strike0.3 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Iceland0.3 km
- Morrisons0.5 km
- Iceland0.3 km
- Morrisons0.5 km
- NISA Express0.5 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
32 nearby- Ajantha Tandoori0.5 km
- Belinda's Plaice0.2 km
- Best Kebabs0.4 km
- Cantonese Takeaway0.4 km
- Happy Paradise0.3 km
- + 27 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bargoed0.1 km
- Gilfach Fargoed0.9 km
- Brithdir2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Not in Use0.0 km
- St. Gwladys Gardens0.0 km
- Bargoed Rail Station0.1 km
- Murray's0.1 km
- Bargoed Interchange Stand 10.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CF818AB · Data under Open Government Licence