Hill Street is in Treherbert, Treorchy and in Rhondda district. CF42 5LG is located in the Treherbert electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rhondda. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hill Street, Treherbert, Treorchy, CF42 5LG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF42 5LH, CF42 5BG, CF42 5BH, CF42 5PG, CF42 5LN, CF42 5LL, CF42 5PF, CF42 5PN, CF42 5BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF42 5LG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% of residents 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 | 53.6% | 48.2% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 46.4% | 51.8% | 5.4% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF42 5LG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.1% | 43.9% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.2% | 22.2% | -9.0% | 44.2% | -22.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 16.2% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 12.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61.7%) 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 | 30.6% | 33.8% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 27.9% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 23% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 10.3% |
| Bad health | 15.3% | 12.2% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 8.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 CF42 5LG this area, 33.2% 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 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.8% | 33.2% | -13.6% | 18.2% | 15.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 11.1% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 13.6% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 14.1% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 17.6% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 3.2% | 5% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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 | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| White | 96.8% | 99.5% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 97.3% | 98.2% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 98.2% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 29.7% | 13.5% | 16.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.5% | 37.2% | 26.3% |
| Christian | 29.7% | 46.2% | -16.5% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Street was 193.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 165.0% higher than the Treherbert average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill Street has the highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Treherbert and the 84th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 99.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% 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 Hill Street, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-08-15 | £91,084 |
| 13 Hill Street, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-07-29 | £147,935 |
| 12 Hill Street, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2021-11-01 | £99,052 |
| 13 Hill Street, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £98,500 | 2017-12-21 | £149,982 |
| 1 Hill Street, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £71,250 | 2010-10-22 | £131,852 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penpych Community Primary School Blaenrhondda Road , Ty Newydd CF42 5SD | - not rated | 1,198 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrenglyn Primary School Baglan Street , Treherbert CF42 5AF | - not rated | 1,290 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Ynyswen Clinic Road , Ynyswen CF42 6ED | - not rated | 2,015 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Comprehensive School Pengelli , Treorchy CF42 6UL | - not rated | 3,035 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Primary School Glyncoli Road , Treorchy CF42 6SA | - not rated | 3,199 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 Dunraven Hotel | 13 Dunraven Street | 95 yd | |
| The Bute Lounge Bar & Kitchen | 25 Bute Street | 282 yd | |
| Ninian Stuart Conservative & Unionist Workingmens Club Ltd | 38 Bute Street | 511 yd | |
| The Wyndham Hotel | 41 Wyndham Street | 551 yd | |
| Treherbert RFC | 55 Wyndham Street | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pepino Pizza and Kebab | 173 Bute Street | 281 yd | |
| Taste of Bombay | 171 Bute Street | 281 yd | |
| Daves Fish & Chips | 162 Bute Street | 299 yd | |
| Chickoland | 103a Gwendoline Street | 448 yd | |
| Sharan's Fish Bar | 148-149 Bute Street | 488 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.