Cardiff Road is in Aberaman, Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 6AX is located in the Aberaman electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cardiff Road, Aberaman, Aberdare, CF44 6AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 6BX, CF44 6DS, CF44 6EY, CF44 6DR, CF44 6LP, CF44 6DZ, CF44 6DP, CF44 6DH, CF44 6DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF44 6AX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.3% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.7% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF44 6AX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.4% | 44.9% | 5.5% | 37.9% | 7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38% | 37.6% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 12% | 9.6% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 7.9% | -0.3% | 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 | 36.7% | 35% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -13.4% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 36.3% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 19.5% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 10% | 6.8% | -3.2% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around CF44 6AX this area, 31.8% 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 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.2% | 31.8% | -13.4% | 18.2% | 13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 10.2% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 14.4% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 15.4% | 9.2% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.3% | 20% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.4% | 95.3% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98.2% | 96.3% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 96.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.2% | 76.7% | -7.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 30% | 13.5% | 16.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.3% | 37.2% | 24.1% |
| Christian | 29.1% | 46.2% | -17.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cardiff Road was 149.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.9% higher than the Aberaman average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cardiff Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Aberaman and the 143rd highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.7%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plot 3 Parc Aberaman Cardiff Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £134,550 | 2010-07-16 | £253,787 |
| Plot 2 Parc Aberaman Cardiff Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £134,950 | 2010-07-14 | £254,542 |
| Plot 1 Cardiff Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, a newly built property | £235,000 | 2010-05-28 | £452,409 |
CF44 6AX 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Primary School Maes Y Deri , The Oaklands CF44 6AJ | - not rated | 316 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Capcoch Primary School School Street , Abercwmboi CF44 6AD | - not rated | 932 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmbach C.I.W. Primary School Tirfounder Road , Cwmbach CF44 0AT | - not rated | 1,416 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengwawr Primary School Gwawr Street , Aberaman CF44 6YP | - not rated | 1,473 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School Wind Street , Aberdare CF44 7HF | - not rated | 2,193 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Road Coffee Shop | 87 Jubilee Road | 444 yd | |
| Caradog Pizza | 56a Jubilee Road | 468 yd | |
| Dragons Den Soft Play Ltd | Unit 29&30, Aberaman Industrial Estate | 629 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 1A, Ffordd Tirwaun | 971 yd | |
| KFC | Ffordd Tirwaun | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abercwmboi RFC | Cardiff Road | 4 yd | |
| Brocks Bar & Grill | 196 Brynmair Road | 565 yd | |
| Aberdare Town FC | Aberaman Park, Cardiff Road | 688 yd | |
| The Penylan Hotel | 69 Regent Street | 856 yd | |
| The Globe Inn | 26 Fforchneol Row | 871 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Choice and BBQ | 24 Jubilee Road | 464 yd | |
| Webbers at S Bend Ltd | 1 Wayne Cottages, Jubilee Road | 526 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3A, Ffordd Tirwaun | 977 yd | |
| Oriental House | 170 Cardiff Road | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Foods | Unit 1, Ffordd Tirwaun | 971 yd | |
| Lidl | Ffordd Tirwaun | 977 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Ffordd Tirwaun | 977 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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.