Porcher Avenue is in Glyncoch, Pontypridd and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF37 3DD is located in the Glyn-coch electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Porcher Avenue, Glyncoch, Pontypridd, CF37 3DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 3AA, CF37 3AE, CF37 3BA, CF37 3AD, CF37 3DE, CF37 3BY, CF37 3AS, CF37 3AU, CF37 3AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF37 3DD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 51.5% | 49.3% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.7% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.9% | 38.3% | 1.4% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.3% | 37.8% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.6% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 15.9% | 15.2% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 4.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39% | 34.7% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -13.7% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 28.9% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 23% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 10.3% |
| Bad health | 10.2% | 8.6% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 4.8% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 3.6% |
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.
In the area around CF37 3DD this area, 43% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 12.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 52.8% | 43% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 24.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 13.9% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.2% | 12.6% | 4.4% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 12.2% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.7% | 12.6% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -21.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.1% | 95.5% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 94.8% | 99% | 4.2% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 99% | 4.2% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.7% | 37.2% | 25.5% |
| Christian | 30.1% | 46.2% | -16.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Porcher Avenue was 68.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.9% lower than the Glyn-coch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Porcher Avenue has the 12th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Glyn-coch and the 378th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Porcher Avenue, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2024-03-28 | £102,612 |
| 120 Porcher Avenue, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-02-10 | £128,691 |
| 65 Porcher Avenue, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-02-03 | £173,386 |
| 66 Porcher Avenue, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2018-05-17 | £159,674 |
| 105 Porcher Avenue, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2017-12-18 | £90,945 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Other | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cefn Primary School Greenfield Avenue , Glyncoch CF37 3BD | - not rated | 474 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Craig-Yr-Hesg Primary School Cefn Lane , Glyncoch CF37 3BP | - not rated | 478 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontypridd High School Albion Site , Cilfynydd CF37 4SF | - not rated | 1,086 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cilfynydd Primary School Ann Street , Cilfynydd CF37 4EN | - not rated | 1,315 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y.G.G. Pont Sion Norton Heol Pont Sion Norton , Pontypridd CF37 4ND | - not rated | 1,433 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Lounge Play Cafe | Cilfynydd Community Centre, Howell Street | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glyncoch Social Club & Institute Ltd | Porcher Avenue | 31 yd | |
| Cilfynydd Constitutional Club | Bodwenarth Road | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Dragon | 109 Garth Avenue | 167 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 26.79 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 26.79 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 3.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.