Gwaun Bedw is in Porth and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF39 9HL is located in the Cymer electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rhondda. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gwaun Bedw, Porth, CF39 9HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF39 9HP, CF39 9HR, CF39 9EU, CF39 9EY, CF39 9HF, CF39 9ET, CF39 9AS, CF39 9AZ, CF39 9HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF39 9HL is primarily male, with 53.8% of the population 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 | 51.5% | 46.2% | -5.3% | 51.0% | -4.8% |
| Male | 48.5% | 53.8% | 5.3% | 49.0% | 4.8% |
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 | 24.1% | 30.1% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 45.5% | 3.5% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 11% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 17.5% | 11.5% | -6.0% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (53.3%) 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 | 28.8% | 28% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -20.4% |
| Good health | 23.6% | 25.3% | 1.7% | 33.6% | -8.3% |
| Fair health | 21% | 27.6% | 6.6% | 12.7% | 14.9% |
| Bad health | 22.3% | 15.6% | -6.7% | 4.0% | 11.6% |
| Very bad health | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 9HL this area, 36.7% 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 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 55.2% | 36.7% | -18.5% | 18.2% | 18.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 5.2% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 14.3% | 4.4% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6.2% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 13.3% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.4% | 21.9% | 12.5% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.4% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.2% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 99.1% | 98.7% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 98.7% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| No passport held | 27.6% | 13.5% | 14.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.1% | 37.2% | 5.9% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gwaun Bedw was 261.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 168.6% higher than the Cymer average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gwaun Bedw has the 12th highest crime rate of 85 local areas in Cymer and the 42nd highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 130.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.9%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Gwaun Bedw, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2024-06-21 | £108,889 |
| 14 Gwaun Bedw, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-05-03 | £115,260 |
| 23 Gwaun Bedw, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £62,000 | 2017-06-30 | £99,358 |
| 15 Gwaun Bedw, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £77,500 | 2017-06-23 | £124,197 |
| 14 Gwaun Bedw, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £72,565 | 2016-02-19 | £121,102 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CF39 9HL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gyfun Cymer Rhondda Heol Graigwen , Cymmer CF39 9HA | - not rated | 215 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G. G. Llwyncelyn Ffordd Y Grug , Llwyncelyn CF39 9TL | - not rated | 1,270 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porth Community School Cemetery Road , CF39 0BS | - not rated | 1,530 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Williamstown Primary School Dinas Isaf West , Williamstown CF40 1AG | - not rated | 2,048 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ynyshir Primary School Llanwonno Road , Ynyshir CF39 0HU | - not rated | 2,374 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Factory | Welsh Hills Works, Jenkin Street | 859 yd | |
| Yr Hen Lyfrgell Porth | 47 Pontypridd Road | 909 yd | |
| Empire Cafe | 74 Pontypridd Road | 918 yd | |
| Orb Shop & Cafe | 46 Hannah Street | 918 yd | |
| Daffodil's Tea Rooms | 30 Hannah Street | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Arms | 244 Trebanog Road | 538 yd | |
| Cymmer Workmens Club and Institute | Office Street | 704 yd | |
| Colliers Arms | Glynfach Road | 802 yd | |
| Nedda's Bar Ltd | 20-25 Hannah Street | 940 yd | |
| The Trebanog | Brocks Terrace | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Dragon Inn | 4 Trebanog Road | 351 yd | |
| Cymmer Fish Bar | 44 High Street | 492 yd | |
| Porth Pizza / Casablanca | 75-76 Pontypridd Road | 918 yd | |
| Porth Indian Takeaway | 55 Hannah Street | 918 yd | |
| Taste of India / Porth Grill and Fry | 54 Hannah Street | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Pontypridd Road | 976 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 | 28.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 27.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.85 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.