Park Villas is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 8BL 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Villas, Aberdare, CF44 8BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 8BG, CF44 8AD, CF44 8DY, CF44 8DU, CF44 8DT, CF44 8BA, CF44 8AE, CF44 8EA, CF44 8EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 8BL 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 | 50.2% | 49.6% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.4% | 0.6% | 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 area around CF44 8BL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.8% 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 | 32.4% | 47.8% | 15.4% | 37.9% | 9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 31.6% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -12.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 10.1% | -4.7% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 9.2% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.2% | 37.9% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -10.5% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 30.7% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 16% | 18.8% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 8.3% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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 8BL this area, 28.1% 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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 28.1% | -1.8% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 9.5% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 19% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 5.6% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 15.6% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 20.3% | -3.1% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99% | 99.6% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 98.3% | 99.6% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 99.6% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.8% | 37.2% | 18.6% |
| Christian | 36.6% | 46.2% | -9.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Villas was 111.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.6% lower than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Villas has the 25th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 213th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 84.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Park Villas, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2009-02-18 | £212,984 |
| 2 Park Villas, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2003-09-26 | £157,593 |
| 2 Park Villas, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £20,500 | 1997-08-08 | £110,503 |
CF44 8BL 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 | 63 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Baptist C.I.W. High School Glan Road , Aberdare CF44 8BW | - not rated | 475 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Lane Special School Park Lane , Trecynon CF44 8HN | - not rated | 698 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caradog Primary School Clifton Street , CF44 7PB | - not rated | 834 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Margaret's R.C. Primary School Ty Fry , Aberdare CF44 7PP | - not rated | 881 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Aberdar Laburnam Drive , Cwmdar CF44 8RT | - not rated | 967 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Depot Road | 411 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Customer Cafe, Depot Road | 411 yd | |
| Cynon Valley Museum Trust | Cynon Valley Museum, Depot Road | 436 yd | |
| The Coliseum | Mount Pleasant Street | 462 yd | |
| Bwyty Bach Catrin | Mount Pleasant Hotel, Mount Pleasant Street | 462 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beehive Inn | 3 Gadlys Street | 63 yd | |
| The White Lion Hotel | 59 Gadlys Road | 146 yd | |
| Harlequins Bowling Club | Park Grove | 368 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Hotel Ltd | Mount Pleasant Street | 462 yd | |
| Welsh Harp/Cross Inn | Hirwaun Road | 504 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Indian Takeaway | 48 Gadlys Road | 146 yd | |
| Aquadare Coffee Cabin | Aberdare Park, Hirwaun Road | 157 yd | |
| Golden Star | 97 Gadlys Road | 291 yd | |
| Gravity Bike Park | Dare Valley Country Park, Cwmdare | 536 yd | |
| Mama's Fish and Chips | 1 Mill Street | 683 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Gadlys Road | 109 yd | |
| Tesco | Depot Road | 411 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | 9-10 Commercial Street | 858 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.