Laundry Road is in Pontypridd and in Taff-Ely district. CF37 1HJ is located in the Graig and Pontypridd West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Laundry Road, Pontypridd, CF37 1HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 1HH, CF37 2LD, CF37 1HL, CF37 2LB, CF37 2LE, CF37 1HF, CF37 1HR, CF37 2HY, CF37 2HT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF37 1HJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.3% | 49% | -8.3% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 42.7% | 51% | 8.3% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF37 1HJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30% | 45.1% | 15.1% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 38.1% | 4.8% | 44.2% | -6.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 8.8% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 24.3% | 5.3% | -19.0% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.8% | 50.5% | 12.7% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 28.8% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 23.2% | 13% | -10.2% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 5% | -3.2% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.4% | 19.1% | -24.3% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 10.7% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 24.9% | 10.3% | 13.4% | 11.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 4% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 13.3% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 25.8% | 11.2% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| White | 96.6% | 96.7% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.2% | 93.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 94% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.2% | 37.2% | 27.0% |
| Christian | 28.8% | 46.2% | -17.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Laundry Road was 68.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.7% lower than the Cymer average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Laundry Road has the 41st lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Cymer and the 380th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Laundry Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2017-06-23 | £97,755 |
| 1 Laundry Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2016-12-06 | £49,091 |
| 3 Laundry Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £60,250 | 2006-04-28 | £108,450 |
| 2 Laundry Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £24,000 | 2001-10-26 | £108,000 |
| 2 Laundry Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £19,000 | 1998-09-30 | £93,424 |
CF37 1HJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol G.G. Evan James Ffordd Y Rhondda , Pontypridd CF37 1HQ | - not rated | 413 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coedylan Primary School Tyfica Road , Graigwen CF37 2DB | - not rated | 610 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maes-Y-Coed Primary School Lanwern Road , Maes-Y-Coed CF37 1EQ | - not rated | 702 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trehopcyn Primary School Plymouth Road , Hopkinstown CF37 2RH | - not rated | 706 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coedpenmaen County Primary School Coedpenmaen Close , Pontypridd CF37 4LE | - not rated | 1,172 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connect Cafe | St Catherines Church Hall, Upper Church Street | 420 yd | |
| Bethany English Baptist Church | Ford Road | 445 yd | |
| MCJA Catering | Gelliwastad Club & Institute, Gelliwastad Road | 485 yd | |
| Janet's Authentic Northern Chinese | 3 Market Buildings, Church Street | 523 yd | |
| Aqua Soul | 13 The Market, Market Street | 524 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merlin Hotel | 41 Pwllgwaun Road | 79 yd | |
| Pontypridd & District Club | Pencerrig Street | 222 yd | |
| Pontypridd RFC | Sardis Road | 334 yd | |
| Gelliwastad Club & Institute | Gelliwastad Road | 485 yd | |
| Pontypridd Ex-Servicemens Club | Woodland Terrace | 542 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Chinese Takeaway | 13 Pwllgwaun Road | 79 yd | |
| Rasi's Kitchen | 8 Mound Road | 452 yd | |
| Bocs Bwyd | Unit 1 Maritime Offices, Woodland Terrace | 557 yd | |
| Shogun Kebab | 16 Market Street | 562 yd | |
| Istanbul Kebab | 6 Fraternal Parade | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Rhondda Road | 142 yd | |
| Asda Pontypridd | Rhondda Road | 142 yd | |
| Tesco | 103-104 Taff Street | 591 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 52-53 Taff Street | 596 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.