Heol Rhys is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 0EY is located in the Cwmbach electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heol Rhys, Aberdare, CF44 0EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 0ER, CF44 0EP, CF44 0HA, CF44 0ES, CF44 0EG, CF44 0EH, CF44 0LY, CF44 0DP, CF44 0ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 0EY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 51% | 49.3% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 49% | 50.7% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 33.3% | 35.7% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 45.4% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 3.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 10% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 5.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.3% | 48% | 6.7% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 24.1% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -9.5% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 17.8% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 10.5% | 8.3% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 CF44 0EY this area, 34.6% 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 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.8% | 34.6% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 16.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 11.2% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 17.8% | 3.6% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 15.7% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 16% | -0.2% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 0.9% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.5% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.8% | 96.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 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 | 68.5% | 76.7% | -8.2% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 30.2% | 13.5% | 16.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.5% | 37.2% | 24.3% |
| Christian | 31.1% | 46.2% | -15.1% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heol Rhys was 47.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.2% lower than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heol Rhys has the 28th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 286th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Heol Rhys, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-05-24 | £168,150 |
| 1 Heol Rhys, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2023-11-10 | £55,339 |
| 12 Heol Rhys, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2018-08-17 | £101,398 |
| 9 Heol Rhys, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,500 | 2014-06-20 | £144,035 |
| 9 Heol Rhys, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £41,000 | 2013-04-24 | £82,081 |
CF44 0EY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmbach C.I.W. Primary School Tirfounder Road , Cwmbach CF44 0AT | - not rated | 328 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oaklands Primary School Maes Y Deri , The Oaklands CF44 6AJ | - not rated | 1,401 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengwawr Primary School Gwawr Street , Aberaman CF44 6YP | - not rated | 1,774 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Capcoch Primary School School Street , Abercwmboi CF44 6AD | - not rated | 1,886 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School Wind Street , Aberdare CF44 7HF | - not rated | 2,284 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fergie's Caff | Empress House, Canal Road | 553 yd | |
| Cafe Nix @ Phoenix Dance & Gymnastics | Unit 6, Canal Road | 588 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 1A, Ffordd Tirwaun | 891 yd | |
| KFC | Ffordd Tirwaun | 895 yd | |
| Compass | Asda Stores Ltd, Ffordd Tirwaun | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queen Victoria Inn | 38 Bridge Road | 402 yd | |
| Tirfounder Fields | Ffordd Tirwaun | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chan's | 16 Bro Deg | 127 yd | |
| Cwmbach Chippy | 1 Tirfounder Road | 406 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3A, Ffordd Tirwaun | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Foods | Unit 1, Ffordd Tirwaun | 891 yd | |
| Lidl | Ffordd Tirwaun | 895 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Ffordd Tirwaun | 895 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Ltd | Canal Road | 905 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 | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.2% |
| 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 | 38.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.