Carmarthen Drive is in Tonteg, Pontypridd and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF38 1HY is located in the Church Village electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carmarthen Drive, Tonteg, Pontypridd, CF38 1HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF38 1HU, CF38 1HD, CF38 1LA, CF38 1HB, CF38 1EL, CF38 1HN, CF38 1LE, CF38 1EN, CF38 1LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF38 1HY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.7% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.3% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 21.8% | 28.4% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 48% | -11.8% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 11.6% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 10.8% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.1% | 43.1% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 33.1% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 16.6% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 5.9% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 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 | 26.6% | 16.6% | -10.0% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 10.9% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 14.6% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 17.4% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 29.6% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.2% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.9% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 98.4% | 96.2% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 95.9% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carmarthen Drive was 12.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.7% lower than the Church Village average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Carmarthen Drive has the 4th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Church Village and the 55th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Carmarthen Drive, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-10-28 | £240,471 |
| 2 Carmarthen Drive, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £266,500 | 2021-12-17 | £298,659 |
| 6 Carmarthen Drive, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2021-12-16 | £253,607 |
| 17 Carmarthen Drive, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2020-11-26 | £233,712 |
| 11 Carmarthen Drive, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-07-21 | £241,052 |
CF38 1HY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 CF38 1HY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwauncelyn Primary Heol Deg , Tonteg CF38 1EU | - not rated | 409 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanilltud Faerdref Primary St Illtyd's Road , Church Village CF38 1DB | - not rated | 748 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Garth Olwg St Iltyd's Road , Church Village CF38 1DX | - not rated | 867 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol Ty Coch Lansdale Drive , Tonteg CF38 1PG | - not rated | 1,055 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hawthorn Primary School School Lane , Hawthorn CF37 5AL | - not rated | 1,285 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Rana | 4 The Precinct, Main Road | 561 yd | |
| Nia's Diner and Desserts | 5C Main Road | 846 yd | |
| Caffi Coch | Ysgol Ty Coch, Lansdale Drive | 875 yd | |
| Tiny Tumblers | Main Road | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollybush Inn | Main Road | 530 yd | |
| Farmers Arms | St Illtyds Road | 679 yd | |
| Fagins Bar and Restaurant | Main Road | 800 yd | |
| Llantwit Fardre RFC | The Parade | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singh's Fish Bar Tonteg Ltd | Unit 5 Shopping Precinct, Cardigan Close | 193 yd | |
| Royal Rasoi | 16 Main Road | 659 yd | |
| Zeera Indian Cuisine | 2 St Illtyds Road | 792 yd | |
| Diamond House | 4 Main Road | 800 yd | |
| Pizza Delight | Main Road | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | The Precinct, Main Road | 561 yd | |
| Tesco | 15 Main Road | 589 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.