Elm Street is in Pontypridd and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF37 5DF is located in the Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Street, Pontypridd, CF37 5DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 5DB, CF37 5SB, CF37 5DL, CF37 5DE, CF37 5HH, CF37 5DD, CF37 5RR, CF37 5BY, CF37 5DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF37 5DF 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 | 54.6% | 49.2% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 45.4% | 50.8% | 5.4% | 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.
In the immediate area around CF37 5DF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% 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 | 31.4% | 42.9% | 11.5% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 39.8% | -9.4% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 7.5% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 6.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.5% | 36.9% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 28.8% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 20% | 21.9% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 9.2% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 7.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 6.3% | 4.7% | -1.6% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
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 5DF this area, 31.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 16.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47% | 31.2% | -15.8% | 18.2% | 13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 12% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 17.3% | 4.8% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 15% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 16.9% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -16.9% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.4% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.1% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 99.4% | 98.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 98.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.6% | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.8% | 37.2% | 25.6% |
| Christian | 25.6% | 46.2% | -20.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Street was 106.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.3% higher than the Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elm Street has the 23rd highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen and the 225th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.2%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41D Elm Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-12-14 | £201,875 |
| 2 Elm Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2023-12-07 | £198,990 |
| 41B Elm Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-10-05 | £183,103 |
| 41A Elm Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2021-06-25 | £206,112 |
| 17 Elm Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-06-18 | £228,679 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heol-Y-Celyn Primary School Holly Street , Rhydyfelin CF37 5DB | - not rated | 184 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman R.C. Comprehensive School Dynea Road , Rhydyfelin CF37 5DP | - not rated | 583 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn Primary School School Lane , Hawthorn CF37 5AL | - not rated | 1,001 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn High School School Lane , Hawthorn CF37 5AL | - not rated | 1,016 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Michael's R.C. Primary School John Place , Treforest CF37 1SP | - not rated | 1,115 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snax Cafe | 14a Dyffryn Road | 317 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin AFC | The Dogtrack, Fairfield Lane | 374 yd | |
| Jamil Indian Cuisine | Cardiff Road | 677 yd | |
| St Luke's Church | Cardiff Road | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Griffin Inn | 37 Dyffryn Road | 317 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin Non Political Club | Poplar Road | 454 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin RFC | 1 Lionel Terrace | 717 yd | |
| Hawthorn Inn | Cardiff Road | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Super Fry | 1 Glyntaff Housing Estate | 248 yd | |
| Oscar's Ocean | 14b Dyffryn Road | 317 yd | |
| Subway | Spar, 13 Dyffryn Road | 317 yd | |
| Chan's Fish Bar | 12 Dyffryn Road | 317 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin Kebab and Pizza House | 14 Dyffryn Road | 317 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 201 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.