Francis Street is in Thomastown, Porth and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF39 8DS is located in the Tonyrefail West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Francis Street, Thomastown, Porth, CF39 8DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF39 8DY, CF39 8EP, CF39 8EA, CF39 8AP, CF39 8ED, CF39 8DX, CF39 8AH, CF39 8AL, CF39 8AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF39 8DS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 45.2% | 47.3% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 54.8% | 52.7% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF39 8DS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31% | 43.1% | 12.1% | 37.9% | 5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 39.3% | -6.9% | 44.2% | -4.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 12% | 8.8% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 7.5% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 50% | 41.2% | -8.8% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 30.3% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 13% | 19.5% | 6.5% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 7.6% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 1.4% | -2.1% | 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 | 38% | 23.8% | -14.2% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 8.8% | -7.5% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 12.6% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6.3% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 22.2% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 24.7% | 14.4% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.7% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% 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 | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.8% | 92% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 96.1% | 95.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 95.3% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.5% | 37.2% | 20.3% |
| Christian | 33.1% | 46.2% | -13.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Francis Street was 103.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.9% higher than the Gilfach-goch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Francis Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Gilfach-goch and the 235th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Francis Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2025-09-29 | £142,000 |
| Marloes Francis Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2025-07-11 | £176,950 |
| 43 Francis Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £259,995 | 2025-04-25 | £258,712 |
| Daves Gables Francis Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-12-18 | £260,313 |
| 51 Francis Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2021-10-22 | £142,829 |
CF39 8DS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmlai Primary School Penygarreg Road , Tonyrefail CF39 8AS | - not rated | 534 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tonyrefail Community School Gilfach Road , CF39 8HG | - not rated | 1,194 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol G.G. Tonyrefail School Street , Tonyrefail CF39 8LE | - not rated | 1,447 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tref-Y-Rhyg Primary School The Avenue , Tonyrefail CF39 8PS | - not rated | 1,580 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hendreforgan Community Primary School Hendrefogan , CF39 8UH | - not rated | 2,754 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomastown Social Club & Institute | Francis Street | 40 yd | |
| Ely Valley Miners Welfare Association | Tonyrefail | 463 yd | |
| Coed Ely Constitutional Club | Nant Melyn Terrace | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cymru Pizza | Francis Street | 40 yd | |
| Thomastown Pizzeria | Francis Street | 228 yd | |
| Rising Star | 96 Mill Street | 967 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 | 97.3% |
| 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 | 58.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.