Maes Yr Haf is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 0UA is located in the Aberdare West and Llwydcoed electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Maes Yr Haf, Aberdare, CF44 0UA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 0TT, CF44 0TY, CF44 0TU, CF44 0TN, CF44 0TS, CF44 0TW, CF44 0TF, CF44 0TG, CF44 0TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF44 0UA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 35.3% | 37.6% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.2% | 41.7% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 11.2% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 6% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 36.8% | 51% | 14.2% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 26.2% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -7.4% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 15.9% | -5.9% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 4.5% | -5.3% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 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 | 33.2% | 19.6% | -13.6% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 7.6% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15.8% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 16.6% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 33.7% | 15.3% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 7.4% | 1.6% | -5.8% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.4% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 96.2% | 99.3% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 3% | 0.2% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -5.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 99.3% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 9.8% | -9.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 40.5% | 46.2% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maes Yr Haf was 179.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.8% higher than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maes Yr Haf has the 16th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 98th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Maes Yr Haf, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2024-02-21 | £169,757 |
| 7 Maes Yr Haf, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £114,500 | 2019-03-14 | £172,775 |
| 16 Maes Yr Haf, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £51,500 | 2018-12-18 | £66,314 |
| 9 Maes Yr Haf, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-12-14 | £177,621 |
| 14 Maes Yr Haf, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £47,500 | 2016-07-11 | £66,980 |
CF44 0UA 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 | 130 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llwydcoed Primary Corner House Street , Llwydcoed CF44 0YA | - not rated | 599 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Gwyn Education Centres Y Dolydd , CF44 8EX | - not rated | 1,191 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesgwyn Special School Cwmdare Road , Aberdare CF44 8RE | - not rated | 1,398 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Lane Special School Park Lane , Trecynon CF44 8HN | - not rated | 1,401 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Aberdar Laburnam Drive , Cwmdar CF44 8RT | - not rated | 1,684 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmni Dda Day Centre | Llewellyn Street | 942 yd | |
| Maesnewydd Garden Centre | Llewellyn Street | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Cow Inn | Merthyr Road | 754 yd | |
| The Bridgend Inn | Harriet Street | 775 yd | |
| Llwyncelyn Inn | 57 Cemetery Road | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coed Box | Unit 2 Llwydcoed Service Centre, Llwydcoed Road | 202 yd | |
| Ali Baba | Unit 3 Llwydcoed Service Centre, Llwydcoed Road | 376 yd | |
| Fai's Fish Bar | 40 Windsor Street | 1,062 yd | |
| Mama's Fish and Chips | 1 Mill Street | 1,072 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 286.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 39 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.