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Llanishen

About

Llanishen is a residential suburb located to the north of Cardiff city centre. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, from semi-detached homes to modern developments. Its layout includes several local shopping parades catering to daily needs. The presence of Llanishen High School and other educational facilities contributes to its community focus. Transport links are provided by regular bus services and the nearby railway station, offering connections into the city.

A notable local landmark is the Llanishen Reservoir, with its distinctive listed pumping station. The reservoir's open space and walking path provide a recreational area for residents. The Northern Meadows, a large green space, borders the area. Local sports are centred on facilities like the Llanishen Leisure Centre. The overall atmosphere is settled and functional, serving as a practical base for commuting into Cardiff.

Area overview

On average Llanishen has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 80 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 Llanishen is £48,228 per year. Llanishen is home to around 9,102 people, with a population density of about 3,320.4 per km2.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Llanishen Population

9,102

Population density

3,320.4 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

33.73(-8%)

Shoplifting

21.31(+207%)

Public order

11.1(+24%)

Anti-social behaviour

10.22(-30%)

Criminal damage and arson

8.79(+9%)

Wales average

Demographics

British

7,734

84.98%

Other White

264

2.9%

Arab

128

1.41%

Other Asian

116

1.27%

Indian

103

1.13%

Total population: 9,101

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

2,967

40.58%

No qualifications

1,222

16.71%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,015

13.88%

Level 3 (A level)

993

13.58%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

588

8.04%

Total 16+ residents: 7,312

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,340

32.72%

Owns outright

1,301

31.77%

Social rents from council

543

13.26%

Private landlord or letting agency

509

12.43%

Other social rented

276

6.74%

Total households: 4,095

Property prices in Llanishen

Based on 109 recent sales, the median property price is £290,000 in Llanishen area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £752,500.

Price distribution per property type (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 Llanishen over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	6	£480,000	£268,000	£450,250	£496,213	£689,363
Flats	36	£150,000	£81,250	£123,750	£180,000	£332,500
Semi-Detached	39	£345,000	£172,900	£285,500	£390,000	£543,745
Terraced	28	£294,000	£221,125	£276,375	£310,250	£343,250

10 years median price trend in Llanishen

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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