Howells Row is in Godreaman, Aberdare and in Cynon Valley district. CF44 6DL 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 Howells Row, Godreaman, Aberdare, CF44 6DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 6DN, CF44 6DH, CF44 6DP, CF44 6DG, CF44 6DW, CF44 6DZ, CF44 6DT, CF44 6DF, CF44 6DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 6DL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 48.5% | 49.6% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51.5% | 50.4% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF44 6DL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.5% | 31.7% | -6.8% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.7% | 56.4% | 13.7% | 44.2% | 12.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 5.4% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 4.4% | -5.2% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.6% | 60.1% | 16.5% | 48.4% | 11.7% |
| Good health | 26.3% | 27% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 8.3% | -10.1% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 10.8% | 4.4% | -6.4% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 33.8% | 13.3% | -20.5% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 9.1% | -9.7% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 18.6% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 23.8% | 13.4% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 29.8% | 17.1% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 99.1% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 97.4% 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% | 97.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 97.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Howells Row was 145.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.6% higher than the Aberaman average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Howells Row has the 7th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Aberaman and the 149th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Howells Row, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-01-17 | £142,373 |
| 13 Howells Row, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2020-12-11 | £109,146 |
| 3 Howells Row, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2020-11-27 | £105,688 |
| 5 Howells Row, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2018-05-31 | £124,815 |
| 5 Howells Row, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2015-11-12 | £108,242 |
CF44 6DL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 196 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 541 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Capcoch Primary School School Street , Abercwmboi CF44 6AD | - not rated | 1,236 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengwawr Primary School Gwawr Street , Aberaman CF44 6YP | - not rated | 1,326 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmbach C.I.W. Primary School Tirfounder Road , Cwmbach CF44 0AT | - not rated | 1,665 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School Wind Street , Aberdare CF44 7HF | - not rated | 2,018 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 | 218 yd | |
| Caradog Pizza | 56a Jubilee Road | 375 yd | |
| Dragons Den Soft Play Ltd | Unit 29&30, Aberaman Industrial Estate | 879 yd | |
| Gateway Church Cymru | 281 Cardiff Road | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brocks Bar & Grill | 196 Brynmair Road | 222 yd | |
| Abercwmboi RFC | Cardiff Road | 338 yd | |
| The Globe Inn | 26 Fforchneol Row | 547 yd | |
| The Falcon Retreat | 1 Incline Row | 686 yd | |
| The Penylan Hotel | 69 Regent Street | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webbers at S Bend Ltd | 1 Wayne Cottages, Jubilee Road | 203 yd | |
| Pizza Choice and BBQ | 24 Jubilee Road | 260 yd | |
| Oriental House | 170 Cardiff Road | 974 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 | 62.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.83 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.83 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.