Foundry Houses is in Upper Boat, Pontypridd and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF37 5BD is located in the Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Foundry Houses, Upper Boat, Pontypridd, CF37 5BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 5BE, CF37 5BG, CF37 5BB, CF37 5DU, CF37 5DN, CF37 5AS, CF37 5DS, CF37 5BH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF37 5BD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 52.1% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 45.6% | 47.9% | 2.3% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 29.1% | 32.5% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 44.3% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 9.6% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 9.6% | -4.8% | 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 | 43.5% | 39.9% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 25.5% | 38.2% | 12.7% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 22.8% | 15.3% | -7.5% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.6% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.7% | 22.7% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 11.4% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 13.6% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.4% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 15% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20% | 31.5% | 11.5% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.5% | 92.7% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 97% | 90.8% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 5% | 4.1% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 91.1% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.2% | 37.2% | 12.0% |
| Christian | 38.3% | 46.2% | -7.9% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Foundry Houses was 77.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.4% lower than the Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Foundry Houses has the 24th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen and the 332nd highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Foundry Houses, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2017-06-16 | £176,748 |
| 2 Foundry Houses, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2015-08-14 | £206,678 |
| 1 Foundry Houses, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2011-11-02 | £253,567 |
| 3 Foundry Houses, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2011-08-02 | £192,299 |
| 1 Foundry Houses, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2002-03-07 | £405,133 |
CF37 5BD 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF37 5BD 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorn High School School Lane , Hawthorn CF37 5AL | - not rated | 514 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn Primary School School Lane , Hawthorn CF37 5AL | - not rated | 543 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman R.C. Comprehensive School Dynea Road , Rhydyfelin CF37 5DP | - not rated | 742 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heol-Y-Celyn Primary School Holly Street , Rhydyfelin CF37 5DB | - not rated | 1,138 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Ty Coch Lansdale Drive , Tonteg CF38 1PG | - not rated | 1,385 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taff Caff | Unit 7, Taff Business Centre, Tonteg Road | 304 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Extra Customer Cafe, Gelli Hirion Industrial Estate | 336 yd | |
| Cafe Pausa | Dunelm, Upper Boat Trading Estate | 392 yd | |
| Severn Road Cafe | Unit A4, Severn Road | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Boat Inn | Williams Place | 326 yd | |
| Hawthorn Inn | Cardiff Road | 484 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin Non Political Club | Poplar Road | 880 yd | |
| The Green Rooms | Unit B29-B30, Taffs Fall Road | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Best Kebab | 1A Pinewood Avenue | 576 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Gelli Hirion Industrial Estate | 336 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Midway Park | 616 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Midway Park | 616 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Midway Park | 616 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.