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About

Adamsdown is a compact residential ward situated directly to the east of Cardiff city centre. The area is primarily characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, which provides much of the city's private rental accommodation. Its main thoroughfare is City Road, a long street lined with a high concentration of independent shops, international grocery stores, and casual eateries. The ward is densely populated, with a significant student population due to its proximity to the university campuses.

The area contains a notable amount of social housing, including the large, low-rise Moorlands Park estate. Adamsdown is bordered by major transport routes like Newport Road and the railway line, which contribute to its urban feel. A distinct local landmark is the historic Ebenezer Chapel on Moira Terrace, a prominent Grade II listed building that now serves as a Welsh Baptist church. The ward also includes the small but active Splott Park, providing green space for the community.

Area overview

On average Adamsdown has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 167 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Adamsdown is £43,835 per year. Adamsdown is home to around 11,609 people, with a population density of about 10,840.4 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
167
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
25.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Adamsdown Population
11,609
Population density
10,840.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
64.61(+76%)
Anti-social behaviour
30.75(+112%)
Public order
22.31(+150%)
Shoplifting
21.62(+212%)
Criminal damage and arson
15.85(+96%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,621
48.42%
Other White
1,102
9.49%
African
965
8.31%
Chinese
604
5.2%
Other Asian
492
4.24%
Total population: 11,609

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
3,505
35.34%
Level 3 (A level)
2,154
21.72%
No qualifications
1,827
18.42%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,038
10.46%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
628
6.33%
Total 16+ residents: 9,919

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,704
41.45%
Other social rented
809
19.68%
Owns with a mortgage
709
17.25%
Owns outright
530
12.89%
Social rents from council
209
5.08%
Total households: 4,111

Property prices in Adamsdown

Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £218,500 in Adamsdown area, with individual transactions ranging from £93,500 up to £340,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Adamsdown in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Adamsdown over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£205,000
Flats15£135,000
Semi-Detached2£305,000
Terraced50£230,000

10 years median price trend in Adamsdown

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Adamsdown.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.