Ynyscynon Road is in Tonypandy and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF40 2LH is located in the Trealaw electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rhondda. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ynyscynon Road, Tonypandy, CF40 2LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF40 2LQ, CF40 2NS, CF40 2NT, CF40 2NU, CF40 2LG, CF40 2QQ, CF40 2LF, CF40 2LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF40 2LH is primarily male, with 53.1% 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 | 48.2% | 46.9% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 51.8% | 53.1% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 | 48.2% | 41% | -7.2% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.1% | 37.1% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -7.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 4.4% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 8.7% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 40.5% | 40.9% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 31.2% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 16.4% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 8.6% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 2LH this area, 31.1% 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 16.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.1% | 31.1% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 14.7% | 4.5% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 13.8% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 3.1% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.6% | 18.7% | -0.9% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 16.9% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -16.9% |
| Other | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 90.7% | 97.4% | 6.7% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 89.7% | 98.1% | 8.4% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 3% | 1.5% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 98.1% | 8.4% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 7% | 1.9% | -5.1% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 66.1% | 37.2% | 28.9% |
| Christian | 24% | 46.2% | -22.2% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ynyscynon Road was 51.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.0% lower than the Pen-y-graig average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ynyscynon Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pen-y-graig and the 303rd lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 45.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 124 Ynyscynon Road, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2025-09-11 | £80,000 |
| 109 Ynyscynon Road, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2025-03-28 | £167,830 |
| 144 Ynyscynon Road, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2023-12-07 | £107,847 |
| 141 Ynyscynon Road, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £102,500 | 2022-11-04 | £103,423 |
| 108 Ynyscynon Road, Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2022-07-20 | £76,174 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llwynypia Primary School School Terrace , Llwynypia CF40 2HL | - not rated | 484 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Gabriel & Raphael R.C.P. School Primrose Street , CF40 1BJ | - not rated | 819 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trealaw Primary School Miskin Road , Trealaw CF40 2QW | - not rated | 873 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Nantgwyn Llewellyn Street , CF40 1HQ | - not rated | 1,300 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Tai Educational Centre Grovefield Terrace , Penygraig CF40 1HL | - not rated | 1,384 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ynyscynon Cafe | 235-245 Ynyscynon Road | 343 yd | |
| Contis Cafe and Fish Bar | 13-14 Llwynypia Road | 416 yd | |
| Little Sparrow's | 4 De Winton Street | 424 yd | |
| The Cwtch | 12 Dunraven Street | 426 yd | |
| Clwb Coffi | 121 Dunraven Street | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ynyscynon Hotel | Ynyscynon Road | 345 yd | |
| Cambrian Colliery Sports and Social Club | Llwynypia Road | 391 yd | |
| Pandy Hotel | Llwynypia Road | 424 yd | |
| The De Winton Hotel | De Winton Street | 424 yd | |
| Paddy's Goose Hotel | Trealaw Road | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Wok | 177 Ynyscynon Road | 26 yd | |
| Peking City | 5 De Winton Street | 424 yd | |
| Tony Pandy Charcoal Grill | Victoria Buildings, Berw Road | 481 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 36 Dunraven Street | 527 yd | |
| Yummy Yummy | 114 Dunraven Street | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 106-108 Dunraven Street | 657 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Llwynypia Road | 734 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 | 44.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.