Moving to Caerphilly (CF83)

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Planning a move to CF83? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Caerphilly area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Caerphilly. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Caerphilly

Based on 949 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in CF83 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£220,000
Average Price (all types)£244,080

By Property Type

Detached£351,200 (184 sales)
Semi-Detached£235,000 (311 sales)
Terraced£180,000 (388 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£125,000 (27 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Caerphilly

Caerphilly recorded 35% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district, indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

CF83 Total Crimes (12 months)1,712
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average35% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences643 (31% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour308 (27% below avg)
Public Order196 (near avg)
Vehicle Crime56 (58% below avg)
Shoplifting57 (74% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson189 (1% below avg)
Burglary48 (50% below avg)
Other Theft83 (52% below avg)
Drugs50 (46% below avg)
Robbery12 (67% below avg)
Theft from Person2 (96% below avg)
Bicycle Theft5 (78% below avg)
Possession of Weapons18 (31% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Caerphilly

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Caerphilly, council tax is managed by Caerphilly. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

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Essential Services Near Caerphilly

70.7 / 100 - This convenience score reflects how well-served the CF83 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population, giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)33

Green Spaces in Caerphilly

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in CF83 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

92% of residential postcodes in CF83 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Caerphilly

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the CF83 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Caerphilly

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for CF83 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

67.7 / 100 - Overall broadband quality score for the CF83 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)97.9%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)90.6%
Gigabit capable88.5%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.0%

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Energy Performance in Caerphilly

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for CF83 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be, which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandC
Median EPC score69
Total rated properties11166

Homes in CF83 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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