Cwrt Yr Afon is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 8PQ 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 2006-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cwrt Yr Afon, Aberdare, CF44 8PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 8PR, CF44 8PG, CF44 0TH, CF44 8PL, CF44 0AQ, CF44 8PP, CF44 8LG, CF44 8PF, CF44 8LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF44 8PQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 35.3% | 37.6% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.2% | 41.7% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 11.2% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 6% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.8% | 51% | 14.2% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 26.2% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -7.4% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 15.9% | -5.9% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 4.5% | -5.3% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 33.2% | 19.6% | -13.6% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 7.6% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15.8% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 16.6% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 33.7% | 15.3% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 7.4% | 1.6% | -5.8% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.4% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 96.2% | 99.3% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 3% | 0.2% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -5.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 99.3% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 9.8% | -9.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 40.5% | 46.2% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cwrt Yr Afon was 179.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.8% higher than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cwrt Yr Afon has the 16th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 98th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% 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 Cwrt Yr Afon, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-04-08 | £352,224 |
| 1 Cwrt Yr Afon, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2019-10-04 | £391,287 |
| 3 Cwrt Yr Afon, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2012-02-10 | £501,500 |
CF44 8PQ 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 | 130 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ty Gwyn Education Centres Y Dolydd , CF44 8EX | - not rated | 731 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Lane Special School Park Lane , Trecynon CF44 8HN | - not rated | 868 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesgwyn Special School Cwmdare Road , Aberdare CF44 8RE | - not rated | 1,039 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llwydcoed Primary Corner House Street , Llwydcoed CF44 0YA | - not rated | 1,121 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Aberdar Laburnam Drive , Cwmdar CF44 8RT | - not rated | 1,186 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmni Dda Day Centre | Llewellyn Street | 509 yd | |
| Maesnewydd Garden Centre | Llewellyn Street | 509 yd | |
| The Coliseum | Mount Pleasant Street | 626 yd | |
| Bwyty Bach Catrin | Mount Pleasant Hotel, Mount Pleasant Street | 626 yd | |
| Burger Xpress Ltd | 46 Cemetery Road | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridgend Inn | Harriet Street | 217 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Hotel Ltd | Mount Pleasant Street | 626 yd | |
| Welsh Harp/Cross Inn | Hirwaun Road | 642 yd | |
| Llwyncelyn Inn | 57 Cemetery Road | 656 yd | |
| Harlequins Bowling Club | Park Grove | 729 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mama's Fish and Chips | 1 Mill Street | 519 yd | |
| Fai's Fish Bar | 40 Windsor Street | 529 yd | |
| Coed Box | Unit 2 Llwydcoed Service Centre, Llwydcoed Road | 616 yd | |
| Ali Baba | Unit 3 Llwydcoed Service Centre, Llwydcoed Road | 738 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.