Black Road is in Pontypridd and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF37 1PR is located in the Llantwit Fardre electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Black Road, Pontypridd, CF37 1PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF37 1PR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.5% | 51.7% | -4.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 43.5% | 48.3% | 4.8% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 1PR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.1% 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 | 37% | 42.1% | 5.1% | 37.9% | 4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.5% | 40.6% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 9.1% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 4.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 44.2% | 44.2% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 35.9% | -2.7% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 12.6% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 7% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 14.8% | 13.2% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 6.6% | -10.3% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 14.3% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6.6% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 21% | 26% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 9.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 29.5% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.4% | 97% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 98.4% | 98.7% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 98.7% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 66.1% | 37.2% | 28.9% |
| Christian | 25.6% | 46.2% | -20.6% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Black Road was 62.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.4% lower than the Beddau and Tyn-y-nant average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Black Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Beddau and Tyn-y-nant and the 380th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Dan Y Twyn Black Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2023-11-03 | £457,611 |
| 2 Dan Y Twyn Black Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2019-06-14 | £342,341 |
| 2 Dan Y Twyn Black Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2018-06-22 | £359,433 |
| Beechfield Bungalow Black Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2018-05-31 | £263,539 |
| 1 Dan Y Twyn Black Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2010-12-21 | £437,910 |
CF37 1PR 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 | 120 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Garth Olwg St Iltyd's Road , Church Village CF38 1DX | - not rated | 1,988 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| St Michael's R.C. Primary School John Place , Treforest CF37 1SP | - not rated | 2,046 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanilltud Faerdref Primary St Illtyd's Road , Church Village CF38 1DB | - not rated | 2,214 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Gwauncelyn Primary Heol Deg , Tonteg CF38 1EU | - not rated | 2,269 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryncelynnog Comprehensive School Penycoedcae Road , Beddau CF38 2AE | - not rated | 2,420 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.