Richmond Gardens is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 0RJ is located in the Aberdare East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 2009-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Richmond Gardens, Aberdare, CF44 0RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 0YU, CF44 0AJ, CF44 0YY, CF44 0SF, CF44 0SB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 0RJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 51.4% | 47.3% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 48.6% | 52.7% | 4.1% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 33.1% | 35.3% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.7% | 43.5% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 10.8% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 7.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 47.4% | 41% | -6.4% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 34.2% | 5.9% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 14.6% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 7.8% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 26.5% | 22.5% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 15.3% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 15.6% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 28.4% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 5% | 2.5% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.5% | 100% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 96.6% | 97.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 97.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.7% | 37.2% | 15.5% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Richmond Gardens was 44.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.3% lower than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Richmond Gardens has the 26th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 276th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Richmond Gardens, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2020-12-18 | £752,250 |
| 1 Richmond Gardens, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2019-06-28 | £698,930 |
| 3 Richmond Gardens, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2013-06-14 | £708,333 |
| 4 Richmond Gardens, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, a newly built property | £126,000 | 2011-04-18 | £240,262 |
| 1 Richmond Gardens, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, a newly built property | £129,000 | 2009-05-01 | £247,868 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abernant Primary School Richmond Terrace , Abernant CF44 0SF | - not rated | 471 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caradog Primary School Clifton Street , CF44 7PB | - not rated | 1,414 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School Wind Street , Aberdare CF44 7HF | - not rated | 1,446 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St John Baptist C.I.W. High School Glan Road , Aberdare CF44 8BW | - not rated | 1,692 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Margaret's R.C. Primary School Ty Fry , Aberdare CF44 7PP | - not rated | 1,728 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nant 19 | Aberdare Golf Club, Golf Road | 447 yd | |
| Carriages Training Restaurant | Coleg Y Cymoedd Aberdare Campus, Wellington Street | 754 yd | |
| Chartwells | Coleg Y Cymoedd Aberdare Campus, Wellington Street | 759 yd | |
| Bushra | 19 Duke Street | 985 yd | |
| McDonalds | Depot Road | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdare Golf Club | Golf Road | 447 yd | |
| Gadlys Arms | 26 Bridge Street | 770 yd | |
| Aberdare RFC | 49-50 Gloucester Street | 908 yd | |
| The Whitcombe Inn | Whitcombe Street | 946 yd | |
| Rhos Wenallt Inn | Abernant Road | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe's Fish Bar | 21 Whitcombe Street | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Depot Road | 1,000 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | 9-10 Commercial Street | 1,029 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.