Swn Yr Afon is in Treorchy and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF42 6NX is located in the Treorchy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rhondda. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swn Yr Afon, Treorchy, CF42 6NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF42 6PE, CF41 7LD, CF41 7LA, CF42 6PD, CF41 7JZ, CF41 7JY, CF41 7LG, CF42 6PF, CF41 7LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF42 6NX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.3% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.7% | 1.6% | 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 | 29.9% | 31.6% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 44.1% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 11.8% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 15.1% | 10.7% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.9%) 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 | 42.3% | 36.8% | -5.5% | 48.4% | -11.6% |
| Good health | 21% | 28.1% | 7.1% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 18.9% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 13.1% | 13.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 9.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.7% | 26% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 7% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 11.4% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 7.7% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 17.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 23.4% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 6.4% | 6.6% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 3.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.6% | 99% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
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 | 96.9% | 96.7% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swn Yr Afon was 50.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.4% lower than the Treorchy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Swn Yr Afon has the 9th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Treorchy and the 300th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Swn Yr Afon, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £308,000 | 2025-04-16 | £307,693 |
| 16 Swn Yr Afon, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2025-02-25 | £234,972 |
| 17 Swn Yr Afon, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2023-09-01 | £179,504 |
| 3 Swn Yr Afon, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2021-10-08 | £312,200 |
| 16 Swn Yr Afon, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2021-09-03 | £236,746 |
CF42 6NX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF42 6NX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treorchy Primary School Glyncoli Road , Treorchy CF42 6SA | - not rated | 762 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Comprehensive School Pengelli , Treorchy CF42 6UL | - not rated | 984 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ton Pentre Junior School Bailey Street , Ton Pentre CF41 7EL | - not rated | 1,140 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Parc Primary School Tallis Street , Cwmparc CF42 6LY | - not rated | 1,388 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ton Infants School School Street , Ton Pentre CF41 7LS | - not rated | 1,689 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peking Panda | 147-148 High Street | 340 yd | |
| The Old School Cafe | Pentre School House, Upper Alma Place | 412 yd | |
| Canolfan Pentre | Llewellyn Street | 684 yd | |
| Rhondda Lawn Tennis Club | The Clubhouse, Ystradfechan Park, Station Road | 721 yd | |
| Coffee 111 | 5 High Street | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pentre Comrades Club Ltd | 55 Albert Street | 233 yd | |
| Treorchy RFC | Regent Street | 319 yd | |
| The Queens Hotel | 102 Llewellyn Street | 522 yd | |
| Treorchy Businessmens Club Ltd | 181-183 High Street | 540 yd | |
| The Stag | 206 High Street | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pentre Spice | 50 Carne Street | 100 yd | |
| New Maharajah Spice | 95 Llewellyn Street | 522 yd | |
| Babylon Takeaway | 94 Llewellyn Street | 522 yd | |
| Mr Pizza | 18-19 Llewellyn Street | 545 yd | |
| Happy Wok | 23 Llewellyn Street | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Riverside Yard, High Street | 294 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | Station Road | 705 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 205-206 High Street | 817 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 | 43.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 59.82 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 59.82 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.