Poplar Road is in Pontypridd and in Taff-Ely district. CF37 5LR is located in the Rhydfelen Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Poplar Road, Pontypridd, CF37 5LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 5LP, CF37 5NG, CF37 5NW, CF37 5NN, CF37 5NE, CF37 5LL, CF37 5NL, CF37 5LT, CF37 5NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF37 5LR 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 | 52.5% | 51.5% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.5% | 1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.3% | 40.5% | 1.2% | 37.9% | 2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.1% | 25.6% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -18.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 17.2% | 17.9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 8.8% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 11.9% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 (65.9%) 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 | 33.8% | 33.2% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -15.2% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 32.7% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 25.8% | 18% | -7.8% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 12.2% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 8.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 3.9% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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.
In the area around CF37 5LR this area, 36.7% 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 15.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.3% | 36.7% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 18.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 12.4% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 13.6% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 15.4% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 15.4% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -18.4% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.5% | 95.1% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97% | 96.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 95.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.3% | 37.2% | 18.1% |
| Christian | 33.5% | 46.2% | -12.7% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Poplar Road was 82.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.0% lower than the Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Poplar Road has the 26th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen and the 311th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Poplar Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-09-23 | £124,303 |
| 11 Poplar Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-02-28 | £213,274 |
| 27 Poplar Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,500 | 2021-06-04 | £132,995 |
| 23 Poplar Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2020-12-07 | £231,070 |
| 4 Poplar Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2019-06-28 | £240,367 |
CF37 5LR 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 5LR 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 | 55 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heol-Y-Celyn Primary School Holly Street , Rhydyfelin CF37 5DB | - not rated | 305 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman R.C. Comprehensive School Dynea Road , Rhydyfelin CF37 5DP | - not rated | 685 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn Primary School School Lane , Hawthorn CF37 5AL | - not rated | 741 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn High School School Lane , Hawthorn CF37 5AL | - not rated | 766 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Michael's R.C. Primary School John Place , Treforest CF37 1SP | - not rated | 1,061 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamil Indian Cuisine | Cardiff Road | 293 yd | |
| St Luke's Church | Cardiff Road | 306 yd | |
| Snax Cafe | 14a Dyffryn Road | 342 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin AFC | The Dogtrack, Fairfield Lane | 511 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Griffin Inn | 37 Dyffryn Road | 342 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin Non Political Club | Poplar Road | 343 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin RFC | 1 Lionel Terrace | 371 yd | |
| Hawthorn Inn | Cardiff Road | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mai Wah | 1 Tudor Street | 213 yd | |
| Lucas' Pizza | 1a De Barri Street | 284 yd | |
| Oscar's Ocean | 14b Dyffryn Road | 342 yd | |
| Subway | Spar, 13 Dyffryn Road | 342 yd | |
| Chan's Fish Bar | 12 Dyffryn Road | 342 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 | 97.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.6% |
| 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 | 137.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.