St Fagans on the map
Built-up area0.8 km² (0.3 sq mi)
Location in CardiffSt Fagans sits where the marker shows within the county.
About St Fagans
St Fagans is a suburb located in Cardiff, Wales, within the CF5 postcode area. It is well-known for St Fagans National Museum of History, which showcases Welsh life and culture through various historical buildings and exhibitions. The museum is set in the grounds of St Fagans Castle, a Grade I listed building, and offers visitors a chance to explore Welsh heritage in an outdoor setting.
The area is also home to several parks and green spaces, making it an appealing spot for outdoor activities. St Fagans has a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and community facilities, which serve the needs of its residents. The suburb is well-connected to Cardiff city centre, providing easy access to the wider attractions of the capital.
School Ratings in St Fagans
St Fagans is served by 126 schools.
House Prices in St Fagans
Property prices average £282K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £246K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in St Fagans
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in St Fagans, with 96 incidents logged in May 2026.
Healthcare in St Fagans
There are 19 GP surgeries within three miles of St Fagans, the nearest being Fairwater Health Centre (0.9 miles away).
Local Data for St Fagans
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Property Prices 9,002 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Household Income in St Fagans ONS 2023
The average total household income in St Fagans is approximately £48,549 a year before tax, 12% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,028. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,028.
Businesses in St Fagans ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,603 active businesses based in St Fagans, around 22 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 12 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in St Fagans 645 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in St Fagans 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in St Fagans
Of the 30,582 households in and around St Fagans, 63% are owned, 22% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering St Fagans.