B+
Liveable Score

Very Good Area

B+

Outdoor Spaces

A

Amenities

A

Transport

C

Schools

CouncilCardiff
Crime Rate
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Interactive liveability map of Penylan showing color-coded areas with Liveable Scores ranging from A+ (Outstanding - dark green) to C (Challenged - red). Crime hotspots are marked with red pulsing indicators in 6 locations. Penylan boundary is outlined in blue.Map allows users to explore different neighborhoods and their liveability ratings within the area.
C
C+
B
B+
A
A+
Crime hotspots
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Nearby Places

Roath

suburb

B+

1.0 km away

Llanedeyrn

suburb

C+

1.4 km away

Outdoor Spaces

AllotmentsAllotments
Plentiful
Play SpacePlay Space
Plentiful
Golf CourseGolf Course
Limited
Public ParkPublic Park
Ample
Tennis CourtTennis Court
Plentiful
Bowling GreenBowling Green
Plentiful
Playing FieldPlaying Field
Ample

Local Amenities

Pubs & BarsPubs & Bars
Sparse
Restaurants & CafesRestaurants & Cafes
Plentiful
Retail ShoppingRetail Shopping
Plentiful
SupermarketsSupermarkets
Ample
TakeawaysTakeaways
Plentiful

Transport Links

train
Heath High Level
Train
train
Heath Low Level
Train
train
Ty Glas
Train
motorway
J29A48(M)
Motorway
motorway
J30M4
Motorway

Schools

Outstanding
0 Schools
Good
0 Schools
Requires Improvement
0 Schools
Birchgrove Primary School
St Phillip Evans R.C. Primary School
Springwood Primary School

House Prices

all dwelling types

£398,448

detached houses

£515,000

flats and maisonettes

£198,724

semi detached houses

£442,241

terraced houses

£416,733

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penylan a nice place to live?

Yes, Penylan is a very good place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B+. This means it ranks highly among places in Cardiff. Locals particularly enjoy access to parks and outdoor spaces.

How safe is Penylan?

Penylan has a low crime rate of 99.8 crimes per 1,000 people, which is below the national average. Crime hotspots have been reported near Mafeking Road, as reported by South Wales Police.

What are the demographics of Penylan?

The majority of residents in Penylan identify as White (British) (75%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (85%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.