Dumfries Street is in Treorchy and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF42 6TR is located in the Treorchy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rhondda. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dumfries Street, Treorchy, CF42 6TR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF42 6TP, CF42 6BD, CF42 6SN, CF42 6BB, CF42 6TG, CF42 6SW, CF42 6BN, CF42 6TD, CF42 6SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF42 6TR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51.7% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.3% | -1.1% | 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 | 29.1% | 32.1% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 50.2% | -6.5% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 8.9% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 7.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 41.5% | 50.4% | 8.9% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 28.4% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 14.6% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 5.2% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 31.6% | 20.4% | -11.2% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.4% | 6.1% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 14.6% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.5% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 19% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 31% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 8.3% | 8.3% | 0.7% | 7.6% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.2% | 89.2% | -9.0% | 81.4% | 7.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 98.5% | 96.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 96.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.5% | 37.2% | 11.3% |
| Christian | 42.2% | 46.2% | -4.0% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dumfries Street was 14.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.1% lower than the Treorchy average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dumfries Street has the lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Treorchy and the 61st lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 134 Dumfries Street, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2025-03-14 | £108,836 |
| 150 Dumfries Street, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2024-04-02 | £82,308 |
| 125 Dumfries Street, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-07-14 | £188,216 |
| 143 Dumfries Street, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £184,995 | 2023-05-25 | £202,690 |
| 122 Dumfries Street, Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2022-05-27 | £227,542 |
CF42 6TR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 113 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treorchy Primary School Glyncoli Road , Treorchy CF42 6SA | - not rated | 429 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Treorchy Comprehensive School Pengelli , Treorchy CF42 6UL | - not rated | 449 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Ynyswen Clinic Road , Ynyswen CF42 6ED | - not rated | 781 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Parc Primary School Tallis Street , Cwmparc CF42 6LY | - not rated | 1,117 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penyrenglyn Primary School Baglan Street , Treherbert CF42 5AF | - not rated | 1,494 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| VW Cafe Bistro Ltd Cardiff Arms Hotel | Bute Street | 161 yd | |
| Hot Gossip | 115 Bute Street | 239 yd | |
| Cafe Cafe | 108 Bute Street | 239 yd | |
| 10 Below | 99 Bute Street | 256 yd | |
| Coffee 111 | 5 High Street | 350 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAFA Pub | 137 Bute Street | 81 yd | |
| White Dragon | 144 Bute Street | 149 yd | |
| The Lion Treorchy | Bute Street | 195 yd | |
| The Flamingo Cabaret Show Bar | 165 Bute Street | 330 yd | |
| The Prince of Wales | 21 High Street | 431 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhondda Pizza & Kebab House | 136 Bute Street | 81 yd | |
| Subway | Spar, 131 Bute Street | 81 yd | |
| Cardiff Arms Fish Bar | 147-148 Bute Street | 149 yd | |
| Treorci Fish Bar | 105 Bute Street | 239 yd | |
| Valley Kebab | 4 High Street | 350 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 205-206 High Street | 359 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | Station Road | 513 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 | 71.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.