Chapel Street is in Penygraig, Tonypandy and in Rhondda district. CF40 1QS 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 Chapel Street, Penygraig, Tonypandy, CF40 1QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF40 1QR, CF40 1QP, CF40 1QT, CF40 1QU, CF40 1QW, CF40 1QX, CF40 1PP, CF40 1PG, CF40 1PW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF40 1QS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.7% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.3% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 36.4% | 41.6% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 42.9% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 6.3% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 7.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 43.2% | 44% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 29.7% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 17.7% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 6.7% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 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.
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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.3% | 27.4% | -12.9% | 18.2% | 9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 12.7% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 19.4% | 5.1% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 3.8% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 11.4% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.5% | 20.3% | 10.8% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 99.7% 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 | 99.7% | 99.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| 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 | 99.3% | 99.7% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 76.7% | -3.1% |
| No passport held | 26.4% | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 72.7% | 37.2% | 35.5% |
| Christian | 24% | 46.2% | -22.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Street was 56.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.3% lower than the Pen-y-graig average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Street has the 9th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pen-y-graig and the 345th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Chapel Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-09-12 | £125,000 |
| 18 Chapel Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-09-25 | £112,113 |
| 11 Chapel Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2024-09-03 | £152,831 |
| 24 Chapel Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2022-07-15 | £149,217 |
| 7 Chapel Street, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £123,225 | 2022-06-17 | £131,999 |
CF40 1QS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tai Educational Centre Grovefield Terrace , Penygraig CF40 1HL | - not rated | 561 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Williamstown Primary School Dinas Isaf West , Williamstown CF40 1AG | - not rated | 762 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Nantgwyn Llewellyn Street , CF40 1HQ | - not rated | 900 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Trealaw Primary School Miskin Road , Trealaw CF40 2QW | - not rated | 1,087 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gabriel & Raphael R.C.P. School Primrose Street , CF40 1BJ | - not rated | 1,130 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shan's Cafe | Constantine Court | 263 yd | |
| Valleys Creative | The Old Library, 75-76 Tylacelyn Road | 403 yd | |
| The Caffeine | 73 Tylacelyn Road | 463 yd | |
| Subzero | Ely Industrial Estate | 472 yd | |
| Go Bananas Soft Play Ltd | Ffrwd Amos Industrial Estate | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penygraig Labour Club | 11 Penygraig Road | 171 yd | |
| The Glamorgan Hotel | Brook Street | 426 yd | |
| Turberville Arms | Tylacelyn Road | 463 yd | |
| Dunraven Conservative Club | Field Street | 474 yd | |
| Penygraig RFC | Tylacelyn Road | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fun Fillings and Valley Catering Ltd | 27 Brook Street | 203 yd | |
| Jade Flower | 69 Brook Street | 219 yd | |
| YT's Plaice | London House, Brook Street | 399 yd | |
| Taylors Fish & Chip Bar | 66 Tylacelyn Road | 403 yd | |
| O Yes Kebabs | 50 Tylacelyn Road | 461 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 48 Tylacelyn Road | 461 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 | 42.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.08 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.08 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.