Pleasant Heights is in Porth and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF39 0LZ is located in the Porth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rhondda. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pleasant Heights, Porth, CF39 0LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF39 0NF, CF39 0NE, CF39 0DP, CF39 0ND, CF39 0DW, CF39 0LP, CF39 0DN, CF39 0DF, CF39 0LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF39 0LZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 48.4% | 48.4% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 51.6% | 51.6% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 30.3% | 36.2% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 47.3% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 7% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 6.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.8% | 49.5% | 1.7% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 23.7% | 26.1% | 2.4% | 33.6% | -7.5% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 17.4% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 6% | 5.9% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 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 | 30.7% | 20.8% | -9.9% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 10.2% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 15.9% | -5.4% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 22.9% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 23.3% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 99% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 98.7% | 97.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 97.9% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 65.9% | 37.2% | 28.7% |
| Christian | 28.9% | 46.2% | -17.3% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pleasant Heights was 22.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.2% lower than the Cymer average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pleasant Heights has the 9th lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Cymer and the 109th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Pleasant Heights, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-05-25 | £266,913 |
| 37 Pleasant Heights, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-03-31 | £366,676 |
| 24 Pleasant Heights, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-10-29 | £361,127 |
| 18 Pleasant Heights, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £216,500 | 2021-06-18 | £260,573 |
| 38 Pleasant Heights, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2019-08-29 | £111,444 |
CF39 0LZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porth Community School Cemetery Road , CF39 0BS | - not rated | 388 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ynyshir Primary School Llanwonno Road , Ynyshir CF39 0HU | - not rated | 844 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alaw Primary School Egypt Street , Trealaw CF40 2UU | - not rated | 1,388 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G. G. Llwyncelyn Ffordd Y Grug , Llwyncelyn CF39 9TL | - not rated | 1,568 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Cymer Rhondda Heol Graigwen , Cymmer CF39 9HA | - not rated | 1,635 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Cymmer Road | 635 yd | |
| Boomerang Cafe | 117 Ynyshir Road | 712 yd | |
| Bethany Baptist Church | Ynyshir Road | 837 yd | |
| Golden Grill Fish & Chip Shop | 19 Porth Street | 880 yd | |
| Empire Cafe | 74 Pontypridd Road | 1,058 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ynyshir & District Workmens Club | Aber-Rhondda Road | 306 yd | |
| The Rheola Hotel | Aber-Rhondda Road | 585 yd | |
| Union Jack Ex Servicemens Club | Gynor Place | 714 yd | |
| Paul Kirner's Music Palace | South Street | 758 yd | |
| Squares | Porth Street | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizzano's and Doner King | 1-2 Tynewydd Square | 552 yd | |
| Porth Palace | 175 Aber-Rhondda Road | 585 yd | |
| Wong Sang | 35a Ynyshir Road | 837 yd | |
| Shwmae Pizza | 21-22 Porth Street | 980 yd | |
| Kam He | 97-98 Ynyshir Road | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Cymmer Road | 635 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Cymmer Road | 635 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Cymmer Road | 679 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 56.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.