Old Ynysybwl Road is in Ynysybwl, Pontypridd and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF37 3LP is located in the Ynysybwl electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Ynysybwl Road, Ynysybwl, Pontypridd, CF37 3LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 3PD, CF37 3PB, CF37 3LW, CF37 3NY, CF37 3NU, CF37 3PA, CF37 3LS, CF37 3LX, CF37 3PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF37 3LP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.5% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49% | 48.5% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF37 3LP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.3% | 30.6% | 8.3% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 51.5% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 7.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 8.3% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 12% | 9.6% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 42.3% | 46.2% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 27.4% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 21% | 19.2% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 6.2% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 3LP this area, 28.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.3% | 28.2% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 8.8% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 16.7% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 4.4% | -2.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 17.6% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 23.8% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -10.0% |
| Other | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 99% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 99.7% 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 | 99% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 99.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Ynysybwl Road was 116.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.7% higher than the Glyn-coch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Ynysybwl Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Glyn-coch and the 201st highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 21.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Old Ynysybwl Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-01-29 | £235,177 |
| Highcroft Old Ynysybwl Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-12-13 | £274,355 |
| Brynglas, 5 Old Ynysybwl Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2018-06-15 | £252,368 |
| Highcroft Old Ynysybwl Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2013-10-18 | £312,083 |
| Brynglas, 5 Old Ynysybwl Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2006-07-07 | £214,195 |
CF37 3LP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF37 3LP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trerobart Primary School Crawshay Street , Ynysybwl CF37 3EF | - not rated | 1,408 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Perthcelyn Community Primary School Glamorgan Street , Perthcelyn CF45 3RJ | - not rated | 2,565 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penrhiwceibr Primary Church Street , Penrhiwceibr CF45 3YD | - not rated | 2,900 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Abercynon Greenfield Terrace , Glancynon CF45 4TH | - not rated | 3,266 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengeulan Primary School Penrhiwceiber Road , Miskin CF45 3UW | - not rated | 3,438 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cresci's Cafe | 21 Windsor Place | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Bwl Inn | Mill Road | 227 yd | |
| Ynysybwl RFC | Heol-Y-Plwyf | 651 yd | |
| United Services Inn | Gurnos House, Windsor Place | 914 yd | |
| Ynysybwl Constitutional Club | Windsor Place | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fu Kwai | 7 Windsor Place | 1,076 yd | |
| Village Kebab House | 18 Windsor Place | 1,076 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 | 28.6% |
| 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 | 119.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.57 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.57 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.