Postcode Analysis Caerphilly, Wales

CF81 8LH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CF81 8LH.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 34,100 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF81 8LH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 41, CF81 8LH has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

CF81 8LH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Gilfach in Bargod. Administratively it sits within Gilfach ward and the Caerphilly constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 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 8LH are sourced from Output Area W00007133 (shared with 16 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 CF81 8LH. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

CF81 8LH has low crime rates — 11 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.

Violence and sexual offences19
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order4
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

34 nearby
  • Dowlais Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Fferyllfa Dowlais0.7 km
  • Bargoed Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Best One0.8 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
  • + 29 more
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Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • Bargoed Labour Club & Institute Ltd0.7 km
  • Clwb Rygbi Bargoed0.5 km
  • Gelligaer Masonic Club0.6 km
  • Jax #1 Bar0.6 km
  • The George1.0 km
  • + 11 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

22 nearby
  • Fireside Cafe Lounge0.8 km
  • Lucky Strike0.8 km
  • Ricci's Cafe0.6 km
  • Fireside Cafe Lounge0.8 km
  • Lucky Strike0.8 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Iceland0.8 km
  • Morrisons0.6 km
  • Iceland0.8 km
  • Morrisons0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Ajantha Tandoori0.6 km
  • Belinda's Plaice0.9 km
  • Best Kebabs0.7 km
  • Cantonese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Happy Paradise0.9 km
  • + 15 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gilfach Fargoed0.3 km
  • Bargoed1.2 km
  • Pengam1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Gilfach Workingmen's Club0.1 km
  • Gilfach Workingmen's Club0.1 km
  • Capel Hotel0.2 km
  • Gilfach Fargoed Rail Station0.2 km
  • Capel Hotel0.2 km