The Cwm is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 8DE 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 The Cwm, Aberdare, CF44 8DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 8DS, CF44 8DJ, CF44 8DD, CF44 8DB, CF44 8HE, CF44 8HB, CF44 8AJ, CF44 8AQ, CF44 8HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF44 8DE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 51.5% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 51.7% | 48.5% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 33% | 34.4% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 45.4% | -6.9% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 9.7% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 44.5% | 43.2% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 32.6% | 4.8% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 16.7% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 27.1% | 17.6% | -9.5% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 11% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 15% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 18.1% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 30.8% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.1% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.5% | 96.6% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 97% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.6% | 37.2% | 6.4% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 10.2% | 6.0% | 4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Cwm was 27.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.9% lower than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Cwm has the 12th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 144th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ty'R Afon The Cwm, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £19,000 | 1996-10-28 | £94,342 |
CF44 8DE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CF44 8DE 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol G.G. Aberdar Laburnam Drive , Cwmdar CF44 8RT | - not rated | 593 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 | 654 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Lane Special School Park Lane , Trecynon CF44 8HN | - not rated | 822 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmdar County Primary School The Square , Cwmdare CF44 8UA | - not rated | 888 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Gwyn Education Centres Y Dolydd , CF44 8EX | - not rated | 1,076 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 | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beehive Inn | 3 Gadlys Street | 996 yd | |
| The Tonglwyd Fawr Inn | Dare Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aquadare Coffee Cabin | Aberdare Park, Hirwaun Road | 902 yd | |
| Gravity Bike Park | Dare Valley Country Park, Cwmdare | 1,023 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.