CF82 6AH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Griffin Drive, 0.9km from Cefn Hengoed in Ystrad Mynach. Administratively it sits within Ystrad Mynach ward and the Caerphilly constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 89% 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 £279k. 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 CF82 6AH are sourced from Output Area W00009927 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRIFFIN DRIVE, CF82 6AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRIFFIN DRIVE, CF82 6AH.
366
33
£ 39,300 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CF82 6AH spans multiple life stages — average age 33, moderate ownership and renting. 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 CF82 6AH. The average age is 33.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 244,000
12 sales · Mean £ 242,666
Semi-Detached
£ 223,250
2 sales · Mean £ 223,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF82 6AH has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- J N Stores Ltd0.6 km
- J N Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Hengoed General Store0.6 km
- Hengoed General Store0.6 km
- Hengoed Post Office0.9 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Crosskeys Inn0.5 km
- Crosskeys Inn0.5 km
- The Lindsay Club0.6 km
- The Lindsay Club0.6 km
- Ystrad Mynach Non-Political Club1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Cosy Cafe0.5 km
- Cosy Cafe0.5 km
- Fortuna Bingo0.9 km
- Portofino Ystrad Mynach0.9 km
- The Beech Tree Hotel0.9 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Peppino's Pizza0.5 km
- Peppino's Pizza0.5 km
- Pak Sing House0.9 km
- Pak Sing House0.9 km
- Beech Tree Fish Bar1.0 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl1.0 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- Lidl1.0 km
- Tesco1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ystrad Mynach1.1 km
- Hengoed1.1 km
- Pengam2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Duffryn Street0.2 km
- Duffryn Street0.2 km
- Hengoed Primary School0.4 km
- Hengoed Primary School0.4 km
- Cross Keys Inn0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CF826AH · Data under Open Government Licence