CF81 8JX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Drive, 0.2km from Gilfach in Bargod. Administratively it sits within Gilfach ward and the Caerphilly constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CF81 8JX is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 26% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £195k. 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 8JX are sourced from Output Area W00007137 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE DRIVE, CF81 8JX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DRIVE, CF81 8JX.
285
43
£ 34,100 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF81 8JX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 43, CF81 8JX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 CF81 8JX. The average age is 43.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 149,225
16 sales · Mean £ 149,837
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
CF81 8JX has low crime rates — 6 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
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Pengam Tuck Shop0.5 km
- Pengam Tuck Shop0.5 km
- Hong Kong Fish Bar0.5 km
- Lung Wah0.4 km
- Hong Kong Fish Bar0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Pengam Constitutional Club0.7 km
- Pengam Constitutional Club0.7 km
- Smiths Arms0.8 km
- Smiths Arms0.8 km
- Butters Bar0.4 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Greggs0.9 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- Britannia Stores - Premier Stores0.8 km
- JJ's Stores0.4 km
- Britannia Stores - Premier Stores0.8 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Pengam Curry Ltd0.7 km
- Pengam Curry Ltd0.7 km
- Brunchies0.9 km
- Brunchies0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pengam0.6 km
- Gilfach Fargoed1.0 km
- Bargoed1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Gwerthonor Place0.2 km
- Gwerthonor Place0.2 km
- Gilfach Fargoed Primary School0.2 km
- The Gwerthonor0.4 km
- The Gwerthonor0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CF818JX · Data under Open Government Licence