About Birchgrove

Birchgrove is a residential area located in the city of Cardiff, within the county of Cardiff and the country of Wales. It lies within the CF14 postcode area, situated to the north of the city centre. The area is known for its mix of housing types, including terraced and semi-detached homes, and is close to local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks. Birchgrove is well connected by public transport, with regular bus services linking it to central Cardiff and surrounding neighbourhoods. The area benefits from its proximity to the River Taff, offering walking paths and green spaces for recreation. It is a community with a strong sense of local identity and is popular with families and professionals alike.

School Ratings in Birchgrove

Families in Birchgrove have access to 153 local schools.

House Prices in Birchgrove

Homes sell for an average of £346K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £343K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Birchgrove

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Birchgrove, with 46 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Birchgrove

Birchgrove benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,991 sales

Average Price £346K
£500 £27M
Detached £487K 1,945
Semi £343K 3,548
Terraced £261K 2,500
Flat £162K 1,728

Crime in Birchgrove 356 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Birchgrove is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

118 Violence & Sexual Offences
46 Shoplifting
38 Public Order
35 Anti-Social Behaviour
32 Criminal Damage & Arson
24 Other Theft
22 Vehicle Crime
14 Burglary
11 Other Crime
5 Drugs
5 Weapons
4 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Birchgrove Train Station 0.3 miles
Rhiwbina Train Station 0.5 miles
Ty Glas Train Station 0.5 miles
Whitchurch (Cardiff) Train Station 0.8 miles
Coryton Train Station 1.1 miles
Heath Low Level Train Station 1.2 miles

Location

Local Government

District Cardiff
Ward Lisvane and Thornhill
Constituency Cardiff North
Parish Lisvane