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About

Caerau is a residential area situated in western Cardiff, characterised by its housing estates and green spaces. The ward contains a mix of post-war and more recent developments, with local amenities centred along Caerau Lane. It is bordered by Ely to the north and lies near the extensive St Fagans area. The community is served by several primary schools and local shops catering to daily needs.

A prominent historical feature is the Caerau Hillfort, an ancient Iron Age settlement with surviving earthworks, which overlooks the modern housing. This site provides open public access and views across the city. The area also includes the large and active Caerau Recreation Ground, used for sports and community events, forming a central part of local life.

Area overview

On average Caerau has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 109 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 35.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Caerau is £38,940 per year. Caerau is home to around 11,696 people, with a population density of about 3,853.8 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
109
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
35.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Caerau Population
11,696
Population density
3,853.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
53.1(+45%)
Anti-social behaviour
34.71(+139%)
Public order
16.42(+84%)
Criminal damage and arson
11.88(+47%)
Shoplifting
10.17(+47%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,565
81.8%
African
417
3.57%
Other White
364
3.11%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
252
2.16%
Bangladeshi
147
1.26%
Total population: 11,693

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
2,723
30.58%
Level 4 qualifications or above
1,646
18.49%
Level 3 (A level)
1,336
15%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,333
14.97%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,100
12.35%
Total 16+ residents: 8,904

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,204
25.32%
Owns outright
1,098
23.09%
Social rents from council
972
20.44%
Other social rented
716
15.05%
Private landlord or letting agency
610
12.83%
Total households: 4,756

Property prices in Caerau

Based on 74 recent sales, the median property price is £238,750 in Caerau area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £420,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Caerau 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 Caerau over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached19£320,000
Flats4£96,000
Semi-Detached25£240,000
Terraced26£197,475

10 years median price trend in Caerau

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

All postcodes in Caerau

CF55AL

Clarke Street

CF55EA

Bishopston Road

CF55NU

Treseder Way

CF55QA

Lauriston Park

CF55QB

Lauriston Park

CF55SD

Clos Lindsay

Data Sources

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