Mountain View is in Treherbert, Treorchy and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF42 5LU 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 Mountain View, Treherbert, Treorchy, CF42 5LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF42 5LY, CF42 5NB, CF42 5NA, CF42 5BS, CF42 5BW, CF42 5LT, CF42 5LS, CF42 5BT, CF42 5LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF42 5LU has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 50% | 49% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50% | 51% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 5LU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43% 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 | 31.5% | 43% | 11.5% | 37.9% | 5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.6% | 37.8% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 8.3% | -4.4% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 10.4% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 39.3% | 40.8% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 23.1% | 31.8% | 8.7% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 26.1% | 18.4% | -7.7% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 9.4% | 5.7% | -3.7% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 5LU this area, 34% 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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.1% | 34% | -7.1% | 18.2% | 15.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 6.3% | -8.9% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 12% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.9% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 15.2% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.7% | 22.5% | 11.8% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.8% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 98.7% | 96.7% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 97.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 69.8% | 37.2% | 32.6% |
| Christian | 25.3% | 46.2% | -20.9% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mountain View was 67.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.0% lower than the Treherbert average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Mountain View has the 10th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Treherbert and the 385th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Mountain View, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2023-12-20 | £83,288 |
| 16 Mountain View, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £79,995 | 2023-10-12 | £84,170 |
| Tynewydd Farm Mountain View, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2020-12-14 | £342,727 |
| 5 Mountain View, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2020-08-04 | £72,901 |
| 15 Mountain View, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £39,500 | 2020-04-24 | £56,799 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 674 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrenglyn Primary School Baglan Street , Treherbert CF42 5AF | - not rated | 1,790 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Ynyswen Clinic Road , Ynyswen CF42 6ED | - not rated | 2,528 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Comprehensive School Pengelli , Treorchy CF42 6UL | - not rated | 3,553 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Primary School Glyncoli Road , Treorchy CF42 6SA | - not rated | 3,697 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 Wyndham Hotel | 41 Wyndham Street | 148 yd | |
| Treherbert RFC | 55 Wyndham Street | 148 yd | |
| Tynewydd Hotel | 6 Scott Street | 155 yd | |
| The Dunraven Hotel | 13 Dunraven Street | 620 yd | |
| The Bute Lounge Bar & Kitchen | 25 Bute Street | 776 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chickoland | 103a Gwendoline Street | 208 yd | |
| Pepino Pizza and Kebab | 173 Bute Street | 788 yd | |
| Taste of Bombay | 171 Bute Street | 788 yd | |
| Daves Fish & Chips | 162 Bute Street | 806 yd | |
| Sharan's Fish Bar | 148-149 Bute Street | 993 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 | 70.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.