CF81 8LU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Eastview Terrace, 0.6km from Bargod in Bargod. Administratively it sits within Aberbargoed and Bargoed 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. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £81k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 37.5% year-on-year. 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 8LU are sourced from Output Area W00007012 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EASTVIEW TERRACE, CF81 8LU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EASTVIEW TERRACE, CF81 8LU.
245
46
£ 32,700 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF81 8LU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 46, CF81 8LU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £81k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 37.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF81 8LU. The average age is 46.4. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 82,000
5 sales · Mean £ 96,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)
CF81 8LU has low crime rates — 19 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
44 nearby- Planet Fitness1.0 km
- Platinum Fitness0.1 km
- Top Shop0.7 km
- Valley News0.4 km
- Planet Fitness1.0 km
- + 39 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- Gilfach Workmen's Club0.4 km
- The Capel Hotel0.3 km
- Gilfach Workmen's Club0.4 km
- The Capel Hotel0.3 km
- Bargoed Labour Club & Institute Ltd0.4 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Harveys Cafe & Take Away1.0 km
- Katie's Cafe0.8 km
- Harveys Cafe & Take Away1.0 km
- Katie's Cafe0.8 km
- Fireside Cafe Lounge0.4 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Boyo Barista0.9 km
- New Golden Grill1.0 km
- Boyo Barista0.9 km
- New Golden Grill1.0 km
- Ajantha Tandoori0.2 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Iceland0.4 km
- Morrisons0.2 km
- Iceland0.4 km
- Morrisons0.2 km
- NISA Express0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gilfach Fargoed0.2 km
- Bargoed0.8 km
- Pengam1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Parc Hotel0.1 km
- Bargoed Post Office0.2 km
- Gilfach Fargoed Rail Station0.2 km
- Gilfach Fargoed Rail Station0.2 km
- Capel Hotel0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CF818LU · Data under Open Government Licence