Buarth Y Capel is in Ynysybwl, Pontypridd and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF37 3PA 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 Buarth Y Capel, Ynysybwl, Pontypridd, CF37 3PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 3NY, CF37 3LW, CF37 3PB, CF37 3HW, CF37 3LX, CF37 3LP, CF37 3HZ, CF37 3NU, CF37 3PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF37 3PA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.3% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.7% | 1.4% | 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 3PA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% 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 | 36.2% | 44.4% | 8.2% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48% | 36.8% | -11.2% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 7.3% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 8.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 51.4% | 45.3% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 30.4% | 2.1% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 16.8% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 5.5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
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 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.1% | 26.6% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 15.6% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 13.9% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 6.3% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 17.7% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 18.1% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.7% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 95.8% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 99.4% | 98.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 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 | 99.4% | 98.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.5% | 76.7% | -7.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 29.9% | 13.5% | 16.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.6% | 37.2% | 18.4% |
| Christian | 35.4% | 46.2% | -10.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buarth Y Capel was 74.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.1% lower than the Glyn-coch average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Buarth Y Capel has the 8th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Glyn-coch and the 348th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 132 Buarth Y Capel, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2023-08-25 | £102,473 |
| 128 Buarth Y Capel, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2023-01-20 | £85,680 |
| 65 Buarth Y Capel, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £128,500 | 2022-11-04 | £129,658 |
| 152 Buarth Y Capel, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-10-12 | £152,419 |
| 131 Buarth Y Capel, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,250 | 2021-03-12 | £84,712 |
CF37 3PA 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Other | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trerobart Primary School Crawshay Street , Ynysybwl CF37 3EF | - not rated | 1,214 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Perthcelyn Community Primary School Glamorgan Street , Perthcelyn CF45 3RJ | - not rated | 2,790 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penrhiwceibr Primary Church Street , Penrhiwceibr CF45 3YD | - not rated | 3,120 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Abercynon Greenfield Terrace , Glancynon CF45 4TH | - not rated | 3,304 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Primary School Greenfield Avenue , Glyncoch CF37 3BD | - not rated | 3,419 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 | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Bwl Inn | Mill Road | 432 yd | |
| Ynysybwl RFC | Heol-Y-Plwyf | 478 yd | |
| United Services Inn | Gurnos House, Windsor Place | 743 yd | |
| Ynysybwl Constitutional Club | Windsor Place | 897 yd | |
| The Roberttown Hotel | Robert Street | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fu Kwai | 7 Windsor Place | 897 yd | |
| Village Kebab House | 18 Windsor Place | 897 yd | |
| The Village Chippy & Fried Chicken | 1 High Street | 911 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 | 86.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 30.2% |
| 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 | 78.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.37 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.37 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.