Forest Road is in Beddau, Pontypridd and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF38 2DP is located in the Beddau and Tyn-y-nant electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Forest Road, Beddau, Pontypridd, CF38 2DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF38 2DR, CF38 2DS, CF38 2DL, CF38 2DW, CF38 2DT, CF38 2EA, CF38 2SE, CF38 2DG, CF38 2DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF38 2DP has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.4% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.6% | 57.4% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 6.4% |
| Male | 42.4% | 42.6% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -6.4% |
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 | 32.4% | 41.3% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26% | 27.2% | 1.2% | 44.2% | -17.0% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 21% | 19.9% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 10.8% |
| Widowed | 16.9% | 9.2% | -7.7% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 (59.8%) 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 | 31.4% | 30.5% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -17.9% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 29.3% | 2.7% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 23% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 10.3% |
| Bad health | 14.4% | 13.3% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 9.3% |
| Very bad health | 7.4% | 3.9% | -3.5% | 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 CF38 2DP this area, 42.5% 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 10.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 58.4% | 42.5% | -15.9% | 18.2% | 24.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 12.6% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.8% | 13% | 6.2% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 10.6% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -23.2% |
| Other | 6.8% | 3.9% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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 | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
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 | 98.5% | 96.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.1% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.7% | 76.7% | -6.0% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 27% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 68.8% | 37.2% | 31.6% |
| Christian | 21.5% | 46.2% | -24.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forest Road was 38.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.9% lower than the Beddau and Tyn-y-nant average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Forest Road has the 19th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Beddau and Tyn-y-nant and the 228th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Forest Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-01-31 | £161,598 |
| 40 Forest Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2024-10-11 | £160,272 |
| 40 Forest Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £129,950 | 2022-05-06 | £142,846 |
| 44 Forest Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-07-19 | £164,093 |
| 37 Forest Road, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2020-10-07 | £164,706 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CF38 2DP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwaunmeisgyn Primary School Woodland Road , Beddau CF38 2DH | - not rated | 292 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llwyncrwn Primary School Llwyn-Crwn Road , Beddau CF38 2BE | - not rated | 568 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Castellau Ffordd Castellau , Beddau CF38 2AA | - not rated | 665 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Bryncelynnog Comprehensive School Penycoedcae Road , Beddau CF38 2AE | - not rated | 714 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesybryn Primary School Lancaster Drive , Crown Hill CF38 2NS | - not rated | 1,651 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Spar, Common Approach | 235 yd | |
| Amber's Cafe | r/o 82 Parish Road | 317 yd | |
| KD Events & Catering Ltd | Beddau RFC, Gwaunmiskin Road | 480 yd | |
| Scott's Hotel & Restaurant | Llantrisant Road | 616 yd | |
| Toasty Cafe | Llantrisant Road | 715 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cokeworks Bar | Common Approach | 235 yd | |
| Cwm & Llantwit Welfare Hall | Tynant Road | 307 yd | |
| Llantwit Fardre Constitutional Club | Croescade Lane | 603 yd | |
| Beddau RFC | Castellau Road | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Fry | Unit 4, Common Approach | 235 yd | |
| Tynant Fish Bar | 18 Commercial Street | 490 yd | |
| Yummy Yummy | 30 Commercial Street | 490 yd | |
| Jamuna Indian Takeaway | 22A Commercial Street | 490 yd | |
| China Village | Llantrisant Road | 616 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Commercial Street | 490 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 | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.