Plasnewydd
Cardiff 033 · 6 sub-areas · 12,057 residents
Cardiff 033 is a densely populated neighbourhood within Cardiff, home to around 12,000 people and skewed heavily towards younger renters. A typical two-bedroom flat lets for about £1,070 a month — noticeably below the UK national median for a 2-bed — though at nearly 56% of take-home pay, affordability is still a stretch for many residents here.
Plasnewydd is a mid-density neighbourhood of Cardiff in the Wales region. It sits between busier and quieter parts of the local authority and isn't dominated by a single use — there's a mix of workplaces, housing and local services. The population skews young, with a high concentration of 18- to 34-year-olds; a high share of adults are degree-educated, which often shows up in the kind of jobs people commute to.
Overview
What's it like to live in Plasnewydd?
Greenspace is on the doorstep — a park or playing field is within walking distance of most homes; there's a serious food scene on the doorstep — 58 restaurants and lots of variety within a five-minute walk; Crime sits around the national average — neither a notable concern nor a notable selling point; Public transport is genuinely strong; most errands and a fair share of social life don't need a car; rents are roughly in line with the national norm, at around £1,157 a month for a typical home; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.
Generated from the latest May 2026 data · refreshed automatically
Figures are aggregated across 6 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.
Plasnewydd in Cardiff
Living in Plasnewydd
Cardiff 033 stands out from most of Cardiff by the sheer concentration of young adults — over half the population is aged 18 to 34, which gives the area a distinctly student and early-career feel. It's the kind of neighbourhood where single-person households are the norm: around four in ten homes are occupied by just one person. That shapes everything from the local rental market to the pace of the streets.
On cost, the neighbourhood sits at the more affordable end of Cardiff's rental gradient. A 2-bed runs roughly £1,070 a month — below the UK national median of around £1,200. That said, median resident salaries here are around £32,800 a year, which means rent still accounts for a significant share of take-home pay. The 3-bed market is only slightly higher, at about £1,190, which makes it one of the more practical options for sharers looking to split costs.
Demographically, Cardiff 033 is more diverse than much of Wales, with an ethnic diversity index of 45.6 and just under 69% of residents born in the UK. The degree-qualified share — nearly 46% — is well above the Welsh average, reflecting the area's pull for graduates and young professionals. Families are relatively rare here: couples with children make up only around 8% of households.
Practically, the area is well-connected. The nearest mainline rail station is roughly 800 metres away — about a 10-minute walk — giving good access to Cardiff city centre and beyond. Almost 40% of residents work from home, which is unusually high and worth factoring into any move. Greenspace is accessible too, with the nearest park or open space within about 340 metres for most residents. See the streets and sub-areas below for more detail on specific pockets within Cardiff 033.
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Frequently asked
- Is Cardiff 033 a nice place to live?
- It depends what you're after. Cardiff 033 suits young professionals and students well — it's affordable relative to many UK cities, well-connected by rail, and has a lively young-adult atmosphere. It's less suited to families, given the low school ratings nearby and relatively high crime rate of around 125 incidents per 1,000 residents annually.
- What is the rent in Cardiff 033?
- A one-bed typically costs around £894 a month, a two-bed about £1,068, and a three-bed roughly £1,186. These are estimates scaled from Cardiff-level data using local sale prices. Rents rose about 4.8% over the past year.
- Is Cardiff 033 safe?
- Crime runs at around 125 incidents per 1,000 residents a year — noticeably above the UK national rate of roughly 80 per 1,000. Areas with large student and young-adult populations tend to see higher rates of theft and anti-social behaviour. It's liveable, but it pays to be aware of your surroundings, particularly at night.
- What's the commute from Cardiff 033 to Cardiff city centre?
- The nearest mainline rail station is about 810 metres away — roughly a 10-minute walk. The nearest major job hub is accessible in around 10 minutes. Nearly 40% of residents here work from home, which is unusually high and may reduce the daily commute question for many.
- Who lives in Cardiff 033?
- Predominantly young adults: over half the population is aged 18 to 34. Single-person households make up over 42% of homes. Nearly 46% of residents are degree-qualified. It's a diverse area, with just under 69% of residents born in the UK. Families with children are relatively rare here.
- What schools are near Cardiff 033?
- There are six schools within typical catchment distance, but none are currently rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted — well below the national average of around 89%. The nearest Outstanding school is over 25 km away. Families with children should research specific catchments carefully before moving here.
- How does Cardiff 033 compare to other Cardiff neighbourhoods for rent?
- It sits at the more affordable end of Cardiff's rental range. A two-bed at around £1,068 a month is below the UK national median of roughly £1,200 for the same size. The trade-off is that local salaries — around £32,800 median — still make rent a significant portion of take-home pay.