William Street is in Pontypridd and in Taff-Ely district. CF37 4EH is located in the Cilfynydd electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about William Street, Pontypridd, CF37 4EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 4EG, CF37 4NP, CF37 4ES, CF37 4NL, CF37 4ER, CF37 4EL, CF37 4EW, CF37 4ET, CF37 4EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF37 4EH has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 46.7% | 50% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 53.3% | 50% | -3.3% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 4EH, 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% | 44.4% | 8.4% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 39.8% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 9.7% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 2.2% | -5.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.3% | 47.7% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 32.6% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 12.9% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 5.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 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 | 35.2% | 17.6% | -17.6% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 11.2% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 18.7% | 5.9% | 13.4% | 5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 6.5% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 16.5% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 27.7% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 6.8% | 1.8% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.3% | 96.8% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 96.6% | 96.6% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 96.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.1% | 37.2% | 21.9% |
| Christian | 36.3% | 46.2% | -9.9% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around William Street was 17.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.7% lower than the Cilfynydd average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
William Street has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Cilfynydd and the 86th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 William Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £33,600 | 2025-06-06 | £33,205 |
| Flat 1 Cwrt Bethel William Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £39,999 | 2024-03-15 | £40,685 |
| 46 William Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2023-09-08 | £77,064 |
| 72 William Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2023-06-09 | £148,774 |
| Flat 3 Cwrt Bethel William Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-05-17 | £82,165 |
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontypridd High School Albion Site , Cilfynydd CF37 4SF | - not rated | 144 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cilfynydd Primary School Ann Street , Cilfynydd CF37 4EN | - not rated | 263 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Craig-Yr-Hesg Primary School Cefn Lane , Glyncoch CF37 3BP | - not rated | 713 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 | 1,423 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cefn Primary School Greenfield Avenue , Glyncoch CF37 3BD | - not rated | 1,665 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bocs Pwdin | 14A Cilfynydd Road | 160 yd | |
| Albion Cafe | Cilfynydd Road | 231 yd | |
| Little Lounge Play Cafe | Cilfynydd Community Centre, Howell Street | 279 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cilfynydd RFC | Park Place | 238 yd | |
| Cilfynydd Constitutional Club | Bodwenarth Road | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cilfynydd Pizza and Burgers | 32 Richard Street | 58 yd | |
| The Codfather | 5 Jones Street | 153 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 | 97.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.8% |
| 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.02 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.02 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.