West Taff Street is in Porth and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF39 9PB 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 West Taff Street, Porth, CF39 9PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF39 9SE, CF39 9RB, CF39 9RA, CF39 9PH, CF39 9PU, CF39 9PY, CF39 9SH, CF39 9SG, CF39 9NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF39 9PB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.2% | 51.5% | -4.7% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 43.8% | 48.5% | 4.7% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 36.7% | 41.6% | 4.9% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 33% | -8.5% | 44.2% | -11.2% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 4.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 14.9% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 (68.5%) 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 | 44.1% | 38.5% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 30% | 3.1% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 20.4% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 9.3% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.5% | 23.3% | -16.2% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 15.5% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 14.2% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.3% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 17.8% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.7% | 21.9% | 12.2% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99% | 97% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 98.7% | 95.5% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.3% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.7% | 76.7% | -13.0% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.6% | 13.5% | 19.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 67.4% | 37.2% | 30.2% |
| Christian | 21.5% | 46.2% | -24.7% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Taff Street was 244.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 151.4% higher than the Cymer average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Taff Street has the 13th highest crime rate of 85 local areas in Cymer and the 51st highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 146.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 West Taff Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2025-08-27 | £47,112 |
| 23 West Taff Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2025-07-28 | £114,094 |
| 38 West Taff Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2025-03-13 | £83,407 |
| 13 West Taff Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2024-10-09 | £55,440 |
| 26 West Taff Street, Porth, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2024-02-16 | £53,789 |
CF39 9PB 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 | 75 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol G. G. Llwyncelyn Ffordd Y Grug , Llwyncelyn CF39 9TL | - not rated | 548 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Cymer Rhondda Heol Graigwen , Cymmer CF39 9HA | - not rated | 819 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Porth Community School Cemetery Road , CF39 0BS | - not rated | 1,008 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Ynyshir Primary School Llanwonno Road , Ynyshir CF39 0HU | - not rated | 1,452 yd | Welsh establishment | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hafod Primary School Wayne Street , Trehafod CF37 2NL | - not rated | 1,963 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daffodil's Tea Rooms | 30 Hannah Street | 45 yd | |
| Orb Shop & Cafe | 46 Hannah Street | 67 yd | |
| Empire Cafe | 74 Pontypridd Road | 184 yd | |
| Yr Hen Lyfrgell Porth | 47 Pontypridd Road | 189 yd | |
| The Factory | Welsh Hills Works, Jenkin Street | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nedda's Bar Ltd | 20-25 Hannah Street | 63 yd | |
| Llwyncelyn Hotel | North Road | 106 yd | |
| Cymmer Workmens Club and Institute | Office Street | 272 yd | |
| Squares | Porth Street | 291 yd | |
| Wyndham Constitutional Club | 69 Cymmer Road | 350 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Chippy | 39 Hannah Street | 63 yd | |
| Golden Valley Cantonese | 41 Hannah Street | 63 yd | |
| Phoenix Take Away | 40 Hannah Street | 63 yd | |
| Porth Indian Takeaway | 55 Hannah Street | 67 yd | |
| Taste of India / Porth Grill and Fry | 54 Hannah Street | 67 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Pontypridd Road | 185 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Cymmer Road | 524 yd | |
| Lidl | Cymmer Road | 907 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Cymmer Road | 907 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 | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.