Gilfach Road is in Tonyrefail, Porth and in Taff-Ely district. CF39 8HE 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 Gilfach Road, Tonyrefail, Porth, CF39 8HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF39 8EW, CF39 8EN, CF39 8HB, CF39 8EY, CF39 8ER, CF39 8AA, CF39 8HF, CF39 8YR, CF39 8AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF39 8HE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents 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 | 55.5% | 52.1% | -3.4% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 44.5% | 47.9% | 3.4% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 25.8% | 37.5% | 11.7% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 38.4% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 8.2% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 11.2% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 40% | 36.8% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -11.6% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 38.9% | 8.3% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 16.4% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 6.1% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 CF39 8HE this area, 28.6% 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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.7% | 28.6% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 8.1% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 17.9% | 5.8% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 16.7% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.5% | 20.1% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.8% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 98.2% | 97.9% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 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% | 97.9% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.7% | 37.2% | 21.5% |
| Christian | 34.6% | 46.2% | -11.6% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gilfach Road was 181.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 141.2% higher than the Gilfach-goch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gilfach Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Gilfach-goch and the 95th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 90.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Gilfach Road, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-02-22 | £128,691 |
| 14 Gilfach Road, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2020-09-08 | £152,134 |
| Three Horseshoes Gilfach Road, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £21,500 | 2019-12-03 | £26,293 |
| 4 Gilfach Road, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2019-06-28 | £168,734 |
| 2 Gilfach Road, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2019-05-23 | £91,222 |
CF39 8HE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonyrefail Community School Gilfach Road , CF39 8HG | - not rated | 546 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol G.G. Tonyrefail School Street , Tonyrefail CF39 8LE | - not rated | 552 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tref-Y-Rhyg Primary School The Avenue , Tonyrefail CF39 8PS | - not rated | 1,273 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmlai Primary School Penygarreg Road , Tonyrefail CF39 8AS | - not rated | 1,705 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hendreforgan Community Primary School Hendrefogan , CF39 8UH | - not rated | 2,390 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windmill Restaurant | Waunrhydd Road | 109 yd | |
| Ar Ben Y Byd | 30 Mill Street | 291 yd | |
| Truly Scrumptious | 8 Mill Street | 297 yd | |
| New Life Community Church | Mill Street | 328 yd | |
| Mouchak Indian Restaurant | 25 Mill Street | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonyrefail Workingmens Club | 26-28 Waunrhydd Road | 109 yd | |
| Red Gate Inn | High Street | 360 yd | |
| Tonyrefail RFC | 60-62 High Street | 597 yd | |
| Ely Valley Miners Welfare Association | Tonyrefail | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Valley | 71 Waunrhydd Road | 109 yd | |
| Corner Pizza | 1 Waunrhydd Road | 251 yd | |
| Red Room Confectionery | 3 Waunrhydd Road | 275 yd | |
| Lu Sang | 12 Mill Street | 280 yd | |
| Oscar Grill | 22 High Street | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative in Tonyrefail | Penrhiwfer Road | 253 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 | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.