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South Riverside

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About

South Riverside sits on the western bank of the River Taff, directly across from Cardiff city centre. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing. It functions as a practical residential zone for the city, with local shops and services concentrated along its main thoroughfares. The district's proximity to the river and the city centre defines its layout and daily rhythm.

The area is notably home to the Principality Stadium, whose distinctive retractable roof dominates the skyline. This major venue influences the local atmosphere on event days. Riverside Market, a regular community fixture, operates near the river. Green space is provided by Grange Gardens, a sloping park offering views across the city. The Taff Trail runs along the riverbank, providing a direct route for cyclists and pedestrians into the city centre.

Area overview

On average South Riverside has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 143 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in South Riverside is £44,691 per year. South Riverside is home to around 7,461 people, with a population density of about 10,666.2 per km2.

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
143
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
25.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

South Riverside Population
7,461
Population density
10,666.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
58.71(+60%)
Anti-social behaviour
23.72(+63%)
Public order
17.29(+94%)
Criminal damage and arson
14.88(+84%)
Vehicle crime
14.48(+361%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,538
34.02%
Bangladeshi
1,080
14.48%
Pakistani
917
12.29%
Other White
718
9.62%
African
506
6.78%
Total population: 7,461

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,978
33.69%
No qualifications
1,583
26.96%
Level 3 (A level)
751
12.79%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
656
11.17%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
474
8.07%
Total 16+ residents: 5,872

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,155
38.28%
Owns with a mortgage
544
18.03%
Owns outright
522
17.3%
Other social rented
484
16.04%
Social rents from council
218
7.23%
Total households: 3,017

Property prices in South Riverside

Based on 38 recent sales, the median property price is £222,500 in South Riverside area, with individual transactions ranging from £34,000 up to £440,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for South Riverside 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 South Riverside over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats16£148,000
Semi-Detached3£340,000
Terraced19£250,000

10 years median price trend in South Riverside

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

Data Sources

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