Willow Grove is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 8BS 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 Willow Grove, Aberdare, CF44 8BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 8BP, CF44 8BW, CF44 8BT, CF44 8BU, CF44 8BY, CF44 8DA, CF44 8YA, CF44 8DB, CF44 8DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF44 8BS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.9% 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 | 54.3% | 55.9% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 4.9% |
| Male | 45.7% | 44.1% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -4.9% |
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 | 16% | 23.1% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.9% | 50% | -9.9% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 3.7% | 5.9% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 19.7% | 20.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 14.5% |
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 (64.9%) 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 | 33.1% | 32.3% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -16.1% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 32.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 28.5% | 5.8% | 12.7% | 15.8% |
| Bad health | 12.9% | 4.4% | -8.5% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 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.
In the area around CF44 8BS this area, 33.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.6% | 33.6% | 3.0% | 18.2% | 15.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 3.5% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 9.7% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 10% | -1.9% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.9% | 33.2% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.1% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.9% | 95.6% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 97.2% | 95% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.2% | 76.7% | -7.5% |
| Other Europe | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 28% | 13.5% | 14.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20% | 37.2% | -17.2% |
| Christian | 73.1% | 46.2% | 26.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willow Grove was 25.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.2% lower than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Willow Grove has the 10th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 130th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 26.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Willow Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-02-02 | £199,398 |
| 11 Willow Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2022-01-28 | £249,319 |
| 1 Willow Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-10-08 | £281,205 |
| 19 Willow Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2019-10-04 | £266,498 |
| 1 Willow Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2015-09-04 | £283,012 |
CF44 8BS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF44 8BS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 156 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 275 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Lane Special School Park Lane , Trecynon CF44 8HN | - not rated | 516 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Aberdar Laburnam Drive , Cwmdar CF44 8RT | - not rated | 547 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Gwyn Education Centres Y Dolydd , CF44 8EX | - not rated | 852 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Margaret's R.C. Primary School Ty Fry , Aberdare CF44 7PP | - not rated | 905 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffi Cwtsh | Dare Valley Country Park, Cwmdare | 682 yd | |
| The Coliseum | Mount Pleasant Street | 745 yd | |
| Bwyty Bach Catrin | Mount Pleasant Hotel, Mount Pleasant Street | 745 yd | |
| Cynon Valley Museum Trust | Cynon Valley Museum, Depot Road | 818 yd | |
| Burger Xpress Ltd | 46 Cemetery Road | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beehive Inn | 3 Gadlys Street | 511 yd | |
| The White Lion Hotel | 59 Gadlys Road | 629 yd | |
| Welsh Harp/Cross Inn | Hirwaun Road | 677 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Hotel Ltd | Mount Pleasant Street | 745 yd | |
| Harlequins Bowling Club | Park Grove | 796 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aquadare Coffee Cabin | Aberdare Park, Hirwaun Road | 414 yd | |
| The Indian Takeaway | 48 Gadlys Road | 629 yd | |
| Gravity Bike Park | Dare Valley Country Park, Cwmdare | 682 yd | |
| Golden Star | 97 Gadlys Road | 715 yd | |
| Mama's Fish and Chips | 1 Mill Street | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Gadlys Road | 652 yd | |
| Tesco | Depot Road | 915 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.