About Blackweir

Blackweir is a residential area located in the city of Cardiff, within the county of Cardiff and the country of Wales. It lies within the CF10 postcode area, situated to the west of the city centre. The area is known for its mix of housing types, including both older terraced homes and more modern developments, reflecting its evolution over the years. Blackweir is close to the River Taff, offering residents access to riverside paths and green spaces. The locality benefits from good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to central Cardiff and nearby districts. There are several local amenities, including shops, schools, and community centres, making it a convenient place to live. The area has a strong sense of community, with local events and activities often taking place in the surrounding parks and public spaces.

School Ratings in Blackweir

Families in Blackweir have access to 156 local schools.

House Prices in Blackweir

Homes sell for an average of £433K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £169K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blackweir

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Blackweir, with 212 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Blackweir

Broadband services in Blackweir range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,850 sales

Average Price £433K
£5K — £54.6M
Detached £394K 17
Semi £326K 65
Terraced £265K 266
Flat £169K 3,171

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

Cardiff Muslim Primary School 0.3 miles St Monica's C.I.W. Primary School 0.6 miles Fairoak Primary School 0.6 miles Cathays High School 0.6 miles St Mary's R.C. Primary School 0.6 miles Severn Primary School 0.7 miles Ysgol Mynydd Bychan 0.7 miles Red Rose School 0.7 miles Kings Monkton School 0.9 miles Radnor Primary School 0.9 miles St Joseph's R.C. Primary School 0.9 miles Kitchener Primary School 1 miles

Crime in Blackweir 1,514 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Blackweir are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

448 Violence & Sexual Offences
212 Shoplifting
159 Public Order
150 Anti-Social Behaviour
116 Vehicle Crime
105 Criminal Damage & Arson
101 Other Theft
61 Burglary
47 Drugs
34 Other Crime
31 Bicycle Theft
23 Robbery
18 Weapons
9 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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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

Ninian Park Train Station 1.1 miles
Cardiff Queen Street Train Station 1.6 miles
Grangetown (Cardiff) Train Station 1.6 miles
Heath Low Level Train Station 1.6 miles
Heath High Level Train Station 1.6 miles
Cardiff Bay Train Station 1.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pontcanna 0.6 miles Cathays 0.6 miles Riverside 0.6 miles Cathays Park 0.6 miles Maindy 0.6 miles Canton 0.9 miles Cardiff/Caerdydd 0.9 miles Mynachdy 0.9 miles Gabalfa 0.9 miles Roath 1.2 miles Llandaff 1.2 miles Heath 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Cardiff
Ward Cathays
Constituency Cardiff Central
Parish Castle

Streets in CF10 30 shown View all streets

Adam Street 1 Adamscroft Place 1 Adelaide Place 1 Adelaide Street 2 Adventurers Quay 4 Alice Street 1 Angelina Street 3 Atlantic Wharf 9 Bakers Row 2 Barry Lane 1 Belmont Walk 1 Blackweir Terrace 1 Bridge Street 7 Brigantine Place 4 Britannia Quay 2 Burt Place 2 Burt Street 4 Bute Crescent 2 Bute Esplanade 1 Bute Place 6 Bute Street 19 Bute Terrace 7 Butetown Link 2 Canal Parade 2 Canal Street 1 Capital Quarter 3 Cardiff Cycleway 1 3 Cardiff Cycleway 2 1 Cardiff Valley Line 1 Cargo Road 1

Postcodes in CF10 50 shown View all postcodes

CF10 1AA CF10 1AB CF10 1AD CF10 1AE CF10 1AF CF10 1AG CF10 1AH CF10 1AJ CF10 1AL CF10 1AP CF10 1AQ CF10 1AR CF10 1AS CF10 1AT CF10 1AU CF10 1AW CF10 1AX CF10 1AY CF10 1AZ CF10 1BA CF10 1BB CF10 1BD CF10 1BE CF10 1BF CF10 1BG CF10 1BH CF10 1BJ CF10 1BL CF10 1BN CF10 1BP CF10 1BQ CF10 1BR CF10 1BS CF10 1BT CF10 1BU CF10 1BW CF10 1BX CF10 1BY CF10 1BZ CF10 1DA CF10 1DB CF10 1DD CF10 1DE CF10 1DF CF10 1DG CF10 1DH CF10 1DJ CF10 1DL CF10 1DN CF10 1DW