Brynhyfryd is in Cwmaman, Aberdare and in Cynon Valley district. CF44 6LG 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 Brynhyfryd, Cwmaman, Aberdare, CF44 6LG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 6LA, CF44 6LF, CF44 6LE, CF44 6LH, CF44 6HY, CF44 6PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 6LG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 50% | 48.3% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 50% | 51.7% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 | 34% | 38.9% | 4.9% | 37.9% | 1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 39.7% | -8.1% | 44.2% | -4.5% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 1.6% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 13.6% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.2% | -0.1% | 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 | 41.8% | 45.8% | 4.0% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 29.9% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 16.6% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 4.7% | -3.8% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.8% | 21.7% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 9.3% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 18.6% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.4% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 18.6% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 22.5% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 100% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 100% 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 | 98.5% | 100% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 100% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.8% | 37.2% | 21.6% |
| Christian | 33.2% | 46.2% | -13.0% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brynhyfryd was 22.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.3% lower than the Aberaman average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brynhyfryd has the 4th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Aberaman and the 111th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 42.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Brynhyfryd, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-08-30 | £146,747 |
| 54 Brynhyfryd, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2024-05-17 | £144,075 |
| 55 Brynhyfryd, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2023-11-20 | £63,663 |
| 50 Brynhyfryd, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2023-10-27 | £73,653 |
| 33 Brynhyfryd, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £158,500 | 2023-09-26 | £162,862 |
CF44 6LG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmaman Primary Glanaman Road , CF44 6LA | - not rated | 203 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Oaklands Primary School Maes Y Deri , The Oaklands CF44 6AJ | - not rated | 2,470 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ferndale Community School Maerdy , CF43 4AR | - not rated | 2,596 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengwawr Primary School Gwawr Street , Aberaman CF44 6YP | - not rated | 2,608 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Capcoch Primary School School Street , Abercwmboi CF44 6AD | - not rated | 2,797 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingdom of Chaos | Fforchaman Road | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmaman Workmens and Social Club | Glanaman Road | 91 yd | |
| The Shepherds Arms | Fforchaman Road | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lin Hao | 23 Fforchaman Road | 571 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 | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.