The Rise is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 8BJ 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 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Rise, Aberdare, CF44 8BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 8BQ, CF44 8AZ, CF44 8PN, CF44 8PX, CF44 8RT, CF44 8PU, CF44 8SL, CF44 8SD, CF44 8RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF44 8BJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.9% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.1% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 8BJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% 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 | 26.6% | 26.3% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 59.7% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 8.4% | 3.3% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 66.7% | 59.3% | -7.4% | 48.4% | 10.9% |
| Good health | 22% | 28% | 6.0% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 8.1% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 8BJ this area, 8.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.2% | 8.5% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 6.9% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.8% | 12.9% | -8.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 20.5% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.7% | 43.2% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 9.4% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.7% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 99% | 98.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 98.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 76.7% | 16.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 64.4% | 46.2% | 18.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Rise was 8.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.3% lower than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
The Rise has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 30th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 The Rise, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2025-08-29 | £243,122 |
| 6 The Rise, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-06-27 | £201,583 |
| 23 The Rise, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-12-18 | £243,543 |
| 28 The Rise, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-08-30 | £230,705 |
| 1 The Rise, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-07-01 | £289,526 |
CF44 8BJ 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 | 136 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmdar County Primary School The Square , Cwmdare CF44 8UA | - not rated | 303 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Aberdar Laburnam Drive , Cwmdar CF44 8RT | - not rated | 437 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesgwyn Special School Cwmdare Road , Aberdare CF44 8RE | - not rated | 705 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Lane Special School Park Lane , Trecynon CF44 8HN | - not rated | 801 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Gwyn Education Centres Y Dolydd , CF44 8EX | - not rated | 854 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger Xpress Ltd | 46 Cemetery Road | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tonglwyd Fawr Inn | Dare Road | 450 yd | |
| Cwmdare Miners Social & Welfare Club | Cwmdare Road | 581 yd | |
| Llwyncelyn Inn | 57 Cemetery Road | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fai's Fish Bar | 40 Windsor Street | 1,080 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 | 64.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.