Vicarage Road is in Porth and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF39 0NG is located in the Porth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rhondda. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vicarage Road, Porth, CF39 0NG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF39 0LR, CF39 0NP, CF39 0NH, CF39 0NF, CF39 0AY, CF39 0LP, CF39 0AU, CF39 0NE, CF39 0DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF39 0NG 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 | 47.4% | 51.7% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 52.6% | 48.3% | -4.3% | 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 | 29.7% | 36.1% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 46.3% | -10.6% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 5.1% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 11% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 | 51.2% | 48% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 23.3% | 31.7% | 8.4% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 12.9% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 7% | 5.3% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.7% | 19.1% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 7.8% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 20.6% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 7.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 21% | 11.1% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 21.8% | -1.9% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.1% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 98.6% | 98.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 98.4% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.2% | 37.2% | 15.0% |
| Christian | 42.8% | 46.2% | -3.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vicarage Road was 87.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.1% lower than the Cymer average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vicarage Road has the 31st highest crime rate of 85 local areas in Cymer and the 283rd highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Vicarage Road, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-08-29 | £131,566 |
| 8 Vicarage Road, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2021-07-13 | £93,767 |
| 4 Vicarage Road, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,500 | 2019-04-18 | £200,846 |
| 2 Vicarage Road, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2018-02-19 | £146,559 |
| 19 Vicarage Road, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2016-12-16 | £171,818 |
CF39 0NG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ynyshir Primary School Llanwonno Road , Ynyshir CF39 0HU | - not rated | 600 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Porth Community School Cemetery Road , CF39 0BS | - not rated | 628 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol G. G. Llwyncelyn Ffordd Y Grug , Llwyncelyn CF39 9TL | - not rated | 1,573 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alaw Primary School Egypt Street , Trealaw CF40 2UU | - not rated | 1,573 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Cymer Rhondda Heol Graigwen , Cymmer CF39 9HA | - not rated | 1,806 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boomerang Cafe | 117 Ynyshir Road | 482 yd | |
| Bethany Baptist Church | Ynyshir Road | 619 yd | |
| KFC | Cymmer Road | 865 yd | |
| Golden Grill Fish & Chip Shop | 19 Porth Street | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ynyshir & District Workmens Club | Aber-Rhondda Road | 156 yd | |
| Union Jack Ex Servicemens Club | Gynor Place | 501 yd | |
| Paul Kirner's Music Palace | South Street | 522 yd | |
| The Rheola Hotel | Aber-Rhondda Road | 691 yd | |
| The Station Hotel | Ynyshir Road | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wong Sang | 35a Ynyshir Road | 619 yd | |
| Porth Palace | 175 Aber-Rhondda Road | 691 yd | |
| Pizzano's and Doner King | 1-2 Tynewydd Square | 696 yd | |
| Kam He | 97-98 Ynyshir Road | 769 yd | |
| Shwmae Pizza | 21-22 Porth Street | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Cymmer Road | 820 yd | |
| Lidl | Cymmer Road | 865 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Cymmer Road | 865 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 | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| 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 | 34.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.