About Cathays Park

Cathays Park is a prominent public space located in the Cathays district of Cardiff, within the county of Cardiff and the country of Wales. Situated in the CF11 postcode area, the park is easily accessible from the city centre and is known for its open green spaces and formal layout. It is surrounded by significant civic buildings, including the Cardiff City Hall and the National Museum Cardiff, making it a central point for both leisure and cultural activities. The park features well-maintained lawns, mature trees, and several monuments, offering a peaceful retreat in an urban setting. It is frequently used for public gatherings, events, and ceremonies, reflecting its importance to the local community. The area is well-served by public transport, with nearby bus stops and a railway station providing convenient access.

School Ratings in Cathays Park

Cathays Park is served by 157 schools.

House Prices in Cathays Park

Property prices average £288K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £281K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cathays Park

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Cathays Park, with 180 incidents logged in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Cathays Park

Most properties in Cathays Park can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,640 sales

Average Price £288K
£700 — £29.95M
Detached £403K 160
Semi £286K 546
Terraced £281K 2,496
Flat £177K 2,121

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

St Mary's R.C. Primary School 0.4 miles Severn Primary School 0.5 miles Kitchener Primary School 0.5 miles Fitzalan High School 0.7 miles St Patrick's R.C. Primary School 0.8 miles Ninian Park Primary School 0.8 miles Radnor Primary School 0.8 miles Ummul Mumineen Academy 0.8 miles Cardiff Muslim Primary School 0.8 miles St Mary The Virgin C.I.W. Primary School 0.9 miles Ysgol Gymraeg Pwll Coch 0.9 miles Kings Monkton School 0.9 miles

Crime in Cathays Park 1,328 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Cathays Park is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

399 Violence & Sexual Offences
180 Shoplifting
140 Public Order
134 Anti-Social Behaviour
104 Vehicle Crime
88 Other Theft
87 Criminal Damage & Arson
51 Burglary
43 Drugs
31 Other Crime
28 Bicycle Theft
18 Robbery
15 Weapons
10 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 0.6 miles
Grangetown (Cardiff) Train Station 1 miles
Cardiff Queen Street Train Station 1.2 miles
Cardiff Bay Train Station 1.4 miles
Heath Low Level Train Station 2.2 miles
Heath High Level Train Station 2.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Riverside 0 yards Canton 0.6 miles Cardiff/Caerdydd 0.6 miles Blackweir 0.6 miles Pontcanna 0.9 miles Cathays 0.9 miles Splott 1.2 miles Maindy 1.2 miles Grangetown 1.2 miles Llandaff 1.4 miles Roath 1.4 miles Atlantic Wharf 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Cardiff
Ward Grangetown
Constituency Cardiff South and Penarth
Parish Grangetown

Streets in CF11 30 shown View all streets

Aber Street 2 Abercynon Street 1 Albert Street 2 Albert Walk 1 Allerton Street 2 Amherst Street 1 Amyas Close 1 Anstee Court 1 Arundel Place 2 Avoca Place 1 Avondale Crescent 2 Avondale Gardens 1 Avondale Gardens South 1 Avondale Road 2 Bargoed Street 1 Bartley Wilson Way 3 Beacon Street 1 Beauchamp Street 2 Bedwas Street 1 Beecher Avenue 1 Berthwin Street 1 Bessborough Drive 1 Bessemer Close 1 Bessemer Road 2 Bishop Street 1 Blaenclydach Street 2 Blaise Place 1 Bloom Street 2 Bradford Street 1 Bridge Close 1

Postcodes in CF11 50 shown View all postcodes

CF11 0AA CF11 0AB CF11 0AD CF11 0AE CF11 0AF CF11 0AG CF11 0AH CF11 0AJ CF11 0AL CF11 0AN CF11 0AP CF11 0AQ CF11 0AR CF11 0AS CF11 0AT CF11 0AU CF11 0AW CF11 0AX CF11 0AY CF11 0AZ CF11 0BA CF11 0BB CF11 0BD CF11 0JA CF11 0JB CF11 0JD CF11 0JE CF11 0JF CF11 0JG CF11 0JH CF11 0JJ CF11 0JL CF11 0JN CF11 0JP CF11 0JQ CF11 0JR CF11 0JS CF11 0JT CF11 0JU CF11 0JW CF11 0JX CF11 0JY CF11 0JZ CF11 0LA CF11 0LB CF11 0LD CF11 0LE CF11 0LF CF11 0SA CF11 0SB