Castleton Avenue is in Treherbert, Treorchy and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF42 5SS 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 Castleton Avenue, Treherbert, Treorchy, CF42 5SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF42 5ST, CF42 5NN, CF42 5SR, CF42 5SH, CF42 5SN, CF42 5SL, CF42 5SW, CF42 5NF, CF42 5SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF42 5SS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 51.1% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.9% | 48.9% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 33.5% | 40.4% | 6.9% | 37.9% | 2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.5% | 36% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -8.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 11.3% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 9.1% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 46.6% | 40.2% | -6.4% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 24.2% | 32.8% | 8.6% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 14.2% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 8.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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 CF42 5SS this area, 29.5% 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 | 38% | 29.5% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 11.6% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 12.4% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.1% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 16.4% | 7.8% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 22.5% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.9% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 98.5% | 97.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 97.2% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.9% | 76.7% | -5.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.3% | 13.5% | 14.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 66.7% | 37.2% | 29.5% |
| Christian | 27.4% | 46.2% | -18.8% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castleton Avenue was 70.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.1% lower than the Treherbert average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castleton Avenue has the 9th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Treherbert and the 366th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Castleton Avenue, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-07-18 | £129,233 |
| 14 Castleton Avenue, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-07-18 | £183,909 |
| Fernhill House Castleton Avenue, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-12-07 | £419,688 |
| 3 Castleton Avenue, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-11-25 | £131,958 |
| 26 Castleton Avenue, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-08-12 | £130,823 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 100 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrenglyn Primary School Baglan Street , Treherbert CF42 5AF | - not rated | 2,500 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Ynyswen Clinic Road , Ynyswen CF42 6ED | - not rated | 3,245 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Comprehensive School Pengelli , Treorchy CF42 6UL | - not rated | 4,274 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Primary School Glyncoli Road , Treorchy CF42 6SA | - not rated | 4,397 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaenrhondda Social Club | Chapel Street | 526 yd | |
| Tynewydd Hotel | 6 Scott Street | 641 yd | |
| The Wyndham Hotel | 41 Wyndham Street | 744 yd | |
| Treherbert RFC | 55 Wyndham Street | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chickoland | 103a Gwendoline Street | 866 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 | 39.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.23 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.