Caer Gwerlas is in Tonyrefail, Porth and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF39 8HY 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 Caer Gwerlas, Tonyrefail, Porth, CF39 8HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF39 8HU, CF39 8HT, CF39 8HS, CF39 8HF, CF39 8HH, CF39 8HR, CF39 8HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF39 8HY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 50.6% | 49.6% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50.4% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 8HY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.4% 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 | 38.7% | 55.4% | 16.7% | 37.9% | 17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.6% | 22.8% | -11.8% | 44.2% | -21.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 12.5% | -3.7% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 6% | -2.9% | 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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.7%) 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 | 30.8% | 39.1% | 8.3% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 26.6% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -7.0% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 18% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 11.8% | 12% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 8.0% |
| Very bad health | 5.5% | 4.3% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 8HY this area, 36.2% 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 16.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.8% | 36.2% | -14.6% | 18.2% | 18.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 9.7% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 15.1% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.4% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 14.1% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.3% | 16.8% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -17.0% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.6% | 95.7% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 97% | 96.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 96.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.1% | 37.2% | 23.9% |
| Christian | 30.3% | 46.2% | -15.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caer Gwerlas was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Gilfach-goch average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Caer Gwerlas, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2023-04-17 | £51,801 |
| 46 Caer Gwerlas, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-02-21 | £102,953 |
| 55 Caer Gwerlas, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-09-24 | £193,262 |
| 55 Caer Gwerlas, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2020-10-29 | £182,114 |
| 81 Caer Gwerlas, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2018-09-25 | £39,161 |
CF39 8HY area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 10% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonyrefail Community School Gilfach Road , CF39 8HG | - not rated | 326 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ysgol G.G. Tonyrefail School Street , Tonyrefail CF39 8LE | - not rated | 1,011 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tref-Y-Rhyg Primary School The Avenue , Tonyrefail CF39 8PS | - not rated | 1,720 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmlai Primary School Penygarreg Road , Tonyrefail CF39 8AS | - not rated | 1,904 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hendreforgan Community Primary School Hendrefogan , CF39 8UH | - not rated | 1,932 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Gegin Fach | Tonyrefail Community School, Gilfach Road | 243 yd | |
| The Windmill Restaurant | Waunrhydd Road | 568 yd | |
| Ar Ben Y Byd | 30 Mill Street | 721 yd | |
| Truly Scrumptious | 8 Mill Street | 725 yd | |
| New Life Community Church | Mill Street | 756 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonyrefail Workingmens Club | 26-28 Waunrhydd Road | 568 yd | |
| Red Gate Inn | High Street | 816 yd | |
| Tonyrefail RFC | 60-62 High Street | 1,056 yd | |
| Ely Valley Miners Welfare Association | Tonyrefail | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Valley | 71 Waunrhydd Road | 568 yd | |
| Corner Pizza | 1 Waunrhydd Road | 708 yd | |
| Lu Sang | 12 Mill Street | 728 yd | |
| Red Room Confectionery | 3 Waunrhydd Road | 731 yd | |
| Rising Star | 96 Mill Street | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative in Tonyrefail | Penrhiwfer Road | 524 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.