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About Cardiff/Caerdydd
Cardiff, known as Caerdydd in Welsh, is the capital city of Wales and lies within the county of Cardiff. It is situated in the south-east of the country, along the northern shore of the Severn Estuary. The city centre is easily accessible from the CF10 postcode area, which covers much of the central and eastern parts of the city. Cardiff is a hub for education, culture, and commerce, with a mix of modern developments and historic buildings. The city is home to Cardiff Castle, a prominent landmark with origins dating back to the 11th century, and Cardiff Bay, a regenerated area featuring the Wales Millennium Centre and the Pierhead Building. Public transport is well established, with a mainline railway station and a network of buses serving the city and surrounding areas. Cardiff is also a centre for sport, hosting the Principality Stadium, which hosts major rugby and football events.
School Ratings in Cardiff/Caerdydd
There are 158 schools in and around Cardiff/Caerdydd.
House Prices in Cardiff/Caerdydd
The average property price is £467K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £175K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cardiff/Caerdydd
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Cardiff/Caerdydd, with 301 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Healthcare in Cardiff/Caerdydd
There are 49 GP surgeries within three miles of Cardiff/Caerdydd, the nearest being Bro Taf Deputy (0.1 miles away).
Local Data for Cardiff/Caerdydd
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Property Prices 3,223 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Cardiff/Caerdydd ONS 2023
The average total household income in Cardiff/Caerdydd is approximately £50,914 a year before tax, 8% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,105. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £36,105.
Businesses in Cardiff/Caerdydd ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,620 active businesses based in Cardiff/Caerdydd, around 92 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 79% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 87 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Cardiff/Caerdydd 1,825 crimes · April 2026
Cardiff/Caerdydd sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Cardiff/Caerdydd
Of the 7,206 households in and around Cardiff/Caerdydd, 30% are owned, 17% are socially rented and 54% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Cardiff/Caerdydd.