Monk Street is in Aberdare and in Cynon Valley district. CF44 7RF is located in the Aberdare East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Monk Street, Aberdare, CF44 7RF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 7PG, CF44 7PN, CF44 7NG, CF44 7NW, CF44 7PL, CF44 7RA, CF44 7RD, CF44 7NF, CF44 7RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF44 7RF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 52.8% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 46.1% | 47.2% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 34.8% | 34.4% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 46.7% | 1.2% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 9.6% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 6.3% | -5.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 49.5% | 50.6% | 1.1% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 29% | 28.6% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 13.1% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 4.8% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.6% | 13.1% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 9% | -8.4% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 16% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 14.2% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 39.9% | 11.1% | 33.8% | 6.1% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 94.6% | 98.5% | 3.9% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 93.1% | 97.6% | 4.5% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 97.3% | 4.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 3.8% | 1.8% | -2.0% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Monk Street was 38.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.1% lower than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Monk Street has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 229th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Monk Street, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2025-06-20 | £169,976 |
| 53 Monk Street, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £298,500 | 2025-05-30 | £296,150 |
| 41 Monk Street, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2024-12-05 | £166,186 |
| 33 Monk Street, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2024-05-21 | £85,921 |
| 27 Monk Street, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2023-08-30 | £93,605 |
CF44 7RF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caradog Primary School Clifton Street , CF44 7PB | - not rated | 139 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Margaret's R.C. Primary School Ty Fry , Aberdare CF44 7PP | - not rated | 239 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School Wind Street , Aberdare CF44 7HF | - not rated | 734 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 | 775 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengwawr Primary School Gwawr Street , Aberaman CF44 6YP | - not rated | 1,367 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley's Coffee | Old Town Hall, High Street | 326 yd | |
| Spires | St Elvan Church, Church Street | 381 yd | |
| Caffi Cwtsh | Dare Valley Country Park, Cwmdare | 387 yd | |
| The Ranch Diner | 18 Canon Street | 395 yd | |
| Spice Corner | 42 Canon Street | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yr Ieuan Ap Iago | High Street | 305 yd | |
| Jacs | Bryngolwg, Wind Street | 354 yd | |
| Aberdare Constitutional Club | High Street | 395 yd | |
| Aberdare Masonic Club | 41 Canon Street | 395 yd | |
| No. 20 | 20 Canon Street | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crispy Cod | 3 High Street | 305 yd | |
| Imperial Desserts | 4 High Street | 339 yd | |
| Grill House | 2 High Street | 349 yd | |
| Gravity Bike Park | Dare Valley Country Park, Cwmdare | 387 yd | |
| Turkish Delight | 30 Canon Street | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | 9-10 Commercial Street | 549 yd | |
| Tesco | Depot Road | 683 yd | |
| Lidl | Gadlys Road | 815 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 | 78.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.