Oak Street is in Rhydyfelin, Pontypridd and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF37 5SD 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 Oak Street, Rhydyfelin, Pontypridd, CF37 5SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF37 5DG, CF37 5DL, CF37 5EG, CF37 5DD, CF37 5DA, CF37 5DH, CF37 5HD, CF37 5DT, CF37 5HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF37 5SD 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 | 51.2% | 49.7% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 48.8% | 50.3% | 1.5% | 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 | 44.7% | 41.9% | -2.8% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.3% | 43.8% | 4.5% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.9% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 4.9% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 36% | 36.7% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 36.7% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 17.3% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 7.5% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 5SD this area, 30.6% 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42% | 30.6% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 10.4% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 16.8% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 6% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 14.6% | -2.1% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.6% | 16.4% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 5.2% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 2.5% | 1.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96% | 91.1% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 97.9% | 92.6% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 92.8% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.8% | 76.7% | -9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% |
| No passport held | 28.7% | 13.5% | 15.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.3% | 37.2% | 21.1% |
| Christian | 31.6% | 46.2% | -14.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Street was 2.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.7% lower than the Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Oak Street has the lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen and the 3rd lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91 Oak Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-01-26 | £228,565 |
| 74 Oak Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £179,955 | 2020-02-14 | £259,506 |
| 107 Oak Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2019-12-09 | £139,921 |
| 64 Oak Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £13,500 | 2014-05-23 | £24,548 |
| 63 Oak Street, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2013-11-22 | £222,353 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 334 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman R.C. Comprehensive School Dynea Road , Rhydyfelin CF37 5DP | - not rated | 408 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn Primary School School Lane , Hawthorn CF37 5AL | - not rated | 986 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn High School School Lane , Hawthorn CF37 5AL | - not rated | 994 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Michael's R.C. Primary School John Place , Treforest CF37 1SP | - not rated | 1,388 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 | 594 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin AFC | The Dogtrack, Fairfield Lane | 644 yd | |
| St Luke's Church | Cardiff Road | 898 yd | |
| Jamil Indian Cuisine | Cardiff Road | 910 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Extra Customer Cafe, Gelli Hirion Industrial Estate | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhydyfelin Non Political Club | Poplar Road | 478 yd | |
| Griffin Inn | 37 Dyffryn Road | 594 yd | |
| Hawthorn Inn | Cardiff Road | 963 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin RFC | 1 Lionel Terrace | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Super Fry | 1 Glyntaff Housing Estate | 406 yd | |
| Oscar's Ocean | 14b Dyffryn Road | 594 yd | |
| Subway | Spar, 13 Dyffryn Road | 594 yd | |
| Chan's Fish Bar | 12 Dyffryn Road | 594 yd | |
| Rhydyfelin Kebab and Pizza House | 14 Dyffryn Road | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Gelli Hirion Industrial Estate | 1,042 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 | 149.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 45.9 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.