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Area guide

CF5 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the CF5 postcode area, covering Cardiff and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

CF5 area price snapshot

Average price

£180,896

Median price

£144,500

5-year trend

+93.0%

Total sales

33,728

The CF5 area has 1,301 individual postcodes with 33,728 registered sales. Prices are +54.4% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Cardiff. The five-year price movement is +93.0%.

About Cardiff

The Welsh capital offers a compact city centre, waterfront regeneration at Cardiff Bay and direct trains to London Paddington in around 2 hours.

🚆 Main station

Cardiff Central

⏱️ London commute

~120 min by train

🏫 Notable school

Cardiff High School (Outstanding)

View full Cardiff property data →

Market context

CF5 averages £180,896, placing it in the affordable category, +54.4% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 33,728 recorded sales across 1,301 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in CF5 is +93.0%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for CF5

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in CF5 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in CF5.
  • 🏘️Explore Cardiff. Much of the CF5 activity centres on Cardiff. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the CF5 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in CF5

CF5 4QW

£148,415 avg · 176 sales

CF5 3BP

£107,154 avg · 172 sales

CF5 3BD

£71,333 avg · 164 sales

CF5 2PQ

£102,837 avg · 154 sales

CF5 2RU

£151,080 avg · 149 sales

CF5 3EL

£61,567 avg · 149 sales

CF5 4UL

£111,625 avg · 144 sales

CF5 4UN

£124,690 avg · 144 sales

CF5 3QU

£61,237 avg · 140 sales

View all 1,301 postcodes in CF5 →

Useful tools for CF5 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,118

Avg £180,896 in CF5

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare CF5 with other areas

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Cardiff data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This CF5 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in CF5?

The average sold price in the CF5 postcode area is £180,896, based on 33,728 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Cardiff.

How do CF5 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in CF5 average £180,896, which is +54.4% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in CF5 lower than the average?

The median price (£144,500) is 20.1% below the average (£180,896), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have CF5 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in CF5 have moved +93.0% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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