Gilfach Road is in Penygraig, Tonypandy and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF40 1ET is located in the Pen-y-graig electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rhondda. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gilfach Road, Penygraig, Tonypandy, CF40 1ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF40 1EU, CF40 1EN, CF40 1ER, CF40 1ES, CF40 1EJ, CF40 1EW, CF40 1EH, CF40 1EP, CF40 1EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF40 1ET, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% 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 | 46.5% | 54.5% | 8.0% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 53.5% | 45.5% | -8.0% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
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 | 40.2% | 39.3% | -0.9% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.2% | 42.2% | 2.0% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.2% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 6.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 43.8% | 46.2% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 25.7% | 28.7% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 14.9% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 10.3% | 8.3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 CF40 1ET this area, 28.7% 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 17.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.1% | 28.7% | -18.4% | 18.2% | 10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 9.8% | -9.1% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 17.6% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.7% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 16.8% | 10.6% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.6% | 17.2% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -16.6% |
| Other | 1.9% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 99.7% | 96.4% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 96.4% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.6% | 76.7% | -8.1% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 28.4% | 13.5% | 14.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.5% | 37.2% | 20.3% |
| Christian | 33.9% | 46.2% | -12.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gilfach Road was 63.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.3% lower than the Pen-y-graig average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gilfach Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pen-y-graig and the 393rd lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Gilfach Road Flats Gilfach Road, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £6,150 | 2000-06-27 | £22,534 |
CF40 1ET 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 | 65 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Nantgwyn Llewellyn Street , CF40 1HQ | - not rated | 178 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| St Gabriel & Raphael R.C.P. School Primrose Street , CF40 1BJ | - not rated | 641 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tai Educational Centre Grovefield Terrace , Penygraig CF40 1HL | - not rated | 689 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trealaw Primary School Miskin Road , Trealaw CF40 2QW | - not rated | 903 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Williamstown Primary School Dinas Isaf West , Williamstown CF40 1AG | - not rated | 1,486 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 Caffeine | 73 Tylacelyn Road | 410 yd | |
| Valleys Creative | The Old Library, 75-76 Tylacelyn Road | 440 yd | |
| Go Bananas Soft Play Ltd | Ffrwd Amos Industrial Estate | 601 yd | |
| Judges Bingo | Bridge Street | 748 yd | |
| Hope Church Rhondda | Unit 1-2, Dunraven Street | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turberville Arms | Tylacelyn Road | 410 yd | |
| Penygraig RFC | Tylacelyn Road | 466 yd | |
| Dunraven Conservative Club | Field Street | 483 yd | |
| Penygraig Labour Club | 11 Penygraig Road | 576 yd | |
| Welcome Inn | Dunraven Street | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden House | 45 Tylacelyn Road | 443 yd | |
| O Yes Kebabs | 50 Tylacelyn Road | 447 yd | |
| Silver Lounge | 68 Tylacelyn Road | 447 yd | |
| Excellent Fortune Chinese Takeaway | 57 Tylacelyn Road | 447 yd | |
| Mr Creemy | 59 Tylacelyn Road | 447 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 48 Tylacelyn Road | 447 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 106-108 Dunraven Street | 793 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.