Ynys Hir is in Coed Y Cwm, Pontypridd and in Cynon Valley district. CF37 3JF is located in the Ynysybwl electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ynys Hir, Coed Y Cwm, Pontypridd, CF37 3JF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 3JH, CF37 3JD, CF37 3JE, CF37 3JJ, CF37 3JG, CF37 3JL, CF37 3JB, CF37 3EX, CF37 3JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF37 3JF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 48.4% | 49.2% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 51.6% | 50.8% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 33.4% | 37.3% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 50.3% | -5.3% | 44.2% | 6.1% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 8.3% | 2.7% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 61.7% | 52.4% | -9.3% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 33.9% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 4.5% | 9.6% | 5.1% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 10.7% | 11.8% | 1.1% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 7.3% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 16% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.3% | 22.4% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.3% | 37.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 3.5% |
| Other | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.3% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 99.2% | 98.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 98.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.9% | 37.2% | 20.7% |
| Christian | 35.3% | 46.2% | -10.9% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ynys Hir was 9.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.1% lower than the Glyn-coch average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Ynys Hir has the lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Glyn-coch and the 35th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Ynys Hir, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2025-09-25 | £155,000 |
| 18 Ynys Hir, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £123,500 | 2025-08-29 | £121,215 |
| 24 Ynys Hir, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2024-12-16 | £124,640 |
| 54 Ynys Hir, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-09-12 | £226,267 |
| 62 Ynys Hir, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-04-05 | £273,388 |
CF37 3JF 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 | 165 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 46 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 39 |
| Education | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craig-Yr-Hesg Primary School Cefn Lane , Glyncoch CF37 3BP | - not rated | 864 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 |
| Cefn Primary School Greenfield Avenue , Glyncoch CF37 3BD | - not rated | 1,120 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cilfynydd Primary School Ann Street , Cilfynydd CF37 4EN | - not rated | 1,474 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trerobart Primary School Crawshay Street , Ynysybwl CF37 3EF | - not rated | 2,087 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion Cafe | Cilfynydd Road | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glyncoch Social Club & Institute Ltd | Porcher Avenue | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Dragon | 109 Garth Avenue | 1,023 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 | 74.2% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.