Poplar Road is in Pontypridd and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF37 5LT 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 5LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 5NE, CF37 5LS, CF37 5NW, CF37 5LP, CF37 5NA, CF37 5LN, CF37 5LR, CF37 5LQ, CF37 5LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF37 5LT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 53.1% | 49.7% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 46.9% | 50.3% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 29.4% | 40.2% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 40.2% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 11.5% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 6.8% | -7.0% | 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 (70.5%) 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 | 39.7% | 36.5% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 24.8% | 34% | 9.2% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 16% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 13.4% | 9.7% | -3.7% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 | 45.9% | 26.6% | -19.3% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 13.9% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 17.3% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.1% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.5% | 16% | 10.5% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.2% | 18.1% | 8.9% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.6% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 98.5% | 98.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 98.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.6% | 37.2% | 25.4% |
| Christian | 32.2% | 46.2% | -14.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Poplar Road was 111.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.1% higher than the Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Poplar Road has the 21st highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen and the 213th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosalida Poplar Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2025-04-17 | £164,836 |
| Pentyla Poplar Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £184,950 | 2017-01-20 | £297,761 |
| Trefelys Poplar Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2001-07-06 | £276,876 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 274 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman R.C. Comprehensive School Dynea Road , Rhydyfelin CF37 5DP | - not rated | 531 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn Primary School School Lane , Hawthorn CF37 5AL | - not rated | 599 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn High School School Lane , Hawthorn CF37 5AL | - not rated | 621 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Michael's R.C. Primary School John Place , Treforest CF37 1SP | - not rated | 1,231 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's Church | Cardiff Road | 329 yd | |
| Jamil Indian Cuisine | Cardiff Road | 449 yd | |
| Snax Cafe | 14a Dyffryn Road | 468 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin AFC | The Dogtrack, Fairfield Lane | 632 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Extra Customer Cafe, Gelli Hirion Industrial Estate | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhydyfelin Non Political Club | Poplar Road | 177 yd | |
| Griffin Inn | 37 Dyffryn Road | 468 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin RFC | 1 Lionel Terrace | 535 yd | |
| Hawthorn Inn | Cardiff Road | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mai Wah | 1 Tudor Street | 343 yd | |
| Lucas' Pizza | 1a De Barri Street | 422 yd | |
| Oscar's Ocean | 14b Dyffryn Road | 468 yd | |
| Subway | Spar, 13 Dyffryn Road | 468 yd | |
| Chan's Fish Bar | 12 Dyffryn Road | 468 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Gelli Hirion Industrial Estate | 1,082 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 205 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.