Hughes Street is in Tonypandy and in Rhondda district. CF40 1LY 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 Hughes Street, Tonypandy, CF40 1LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF40 1LS, CF40 1LT, CF40 1LX, CF40 1JR, CF40 1DH, CF40 1DJ, CF40 1LW, CF40 1LL, CF40 1LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF40 1LY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.3% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.7% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 32% | 41.4% | 9.4% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 37.7% | -9.2% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 10.1% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.3% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.8% | 40.1% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 31.9% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 16.7% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 8.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32% | 25.4% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 9.8% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 22% | 6.8% | 13.4% | 8.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 19.7% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 15.9% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 7.8% | 1.1% | -6.7% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 95.9% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 99.4% | 97.1% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 97.1% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 25.6% | 13.5% | 12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.2% | 37.2% | 23.0% |
| Christian | 29.4% | 46.2% | -16.8% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hughes Street was 119.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.6% higher than the Pen-y-graig average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hughes Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pen-y-graig and the 190th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Hughes Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2025-03-28 | £96,630 |
| 33 Hughes Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2024-07-09 | £161,198 |
| 28 Hughes Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2024-05-07 | £155,077 |
| 34 Hughes Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £114,000 | 2024-04-19 | £121,858 |
| 33 Hughes Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2023-05-15 | £107,374 |
CF40 1LY 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gabriel & Raphael R.C.P. School Primrose Street , CF40 1BJ | - not rated | 210 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Nantgwyn Llewellyn Street , CF40 1HQ | - not rated | 411 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Trealaw Primary School Miskin Road , Trealaw CF40 2QW | - not rated | 435 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tai Educational Centre Grovefield Terrace , Penygraig CF40 1HL | - not rated | 514 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llwynypia Primary School School Terrace , Llwynypia CF40 2HL | - not rated | 1,246 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go Bananas Soft Play Ltd | Ffrwd Amos Industrial Estate | 279 yd | |
| Judges Bingo | Bridge Street | 283 yd | |
| Hope Church Rhondda | Unit 1-2, Dunraven Street | 365 yd | |
| Country Kitchen | 104 Dunraven Street | 443 yd | |
| The Caffeine | 73 Tylacelyn Road | 458 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penygraig RFC | Tylacelyn Road | 170 yd | |
| Welcome Inn | Dunraven Street | 178 yd | |
| The Fulling Mill | Mr Speakers Way | 386 yd | |
| Miskin Hotel | Miskin Road | 402 yd | |
| Mid Rhondda Central Workingmens Club | 71 Primrose Street | 425 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Efes Pizza & Kebab | 4 Oxford Buildings, 72 Dunraven Street | 221 yd | |
| Lianna's | 86-87 Dunraven Street | 267 yd | |
| The Salad Box Tonypandy Ltd | 88a Dunraven Street | 284 yd | |
| Taj Mahal - Indian Balti | 89 Dunraven Street | 296 yd | |
| Golden House | 45 Tylacelyn Road | 361 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 106-108 Dunraven Street | 397 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 48 Tylacelyn Road | 459 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 | 40.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.15 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.57 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.