CF81 8JR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Gwerthonor Road, 0.4km from Gilfach in Bargod. Administratively it sits within Gilfach ward and the Caerphilly constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £253k. 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 8JR are sourced from Output Area W00007132 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GWERTHONOR ROAD, CF81 8JR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GWERTHONOR ROAD, CF81 8JR.
306
46
£ 34,100 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF81 8JR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates CF81 8JR — age 46, 76% ownership, 5% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF81 8JR. The average age is 45.5. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 224,500
7 sales · Mean £ 265,721
Detached
£ 400,000
1 sales · Mean £ 400,000
Terraced
£ 155,000
1 sales · Mean £ 155,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
CF81 8JR has low crime rates — 7 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
10 nearby- St Davids Service Station0.9 km
- Greggs0.7 km
- Greggs0.7 km
- St Davids Service Station0.9 km
- Britannia Stores - Premier Stores0.9 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Pengam Tuck Shop0.3 km
- Pengam Tuck Shop0.3 km
- Hong Kong Fish Bar0.8 km
- Lung Wah0.6 km
- Hong Kong Fish Bar0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Pengam Constitutional Club0.5 km
- Pengam Constitutional Club0.5 km
- Smiths Arms0.6 km
- Smiths Arms0.6 km
- Butters Bar0.6 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Pengam Curry Ltd0.7 km
- Pengam Curry Ltd0.7 km
- Brunchies0.7 km
- Brunchies0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pengam0.4 km
- Gilfach Fargoed1.2 km
- Bargoed2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Lewis School0.3 km
- Lewis School0.3 km
- Mamgu Statue0.3 km
- Gwerthonor Place0.3 km
- The Square0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CF818JR · Data under Open Government Licence