Maes Brynna is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 8RH 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 Maes Brynna, Aberdare, CF44 8RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 8RB, CF44 8RN, CF44 8RG, CF44 8RD, CF44 8RL, CF44 8RW, CF44 8TA, CF44 8RF, CF44 8TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 8RH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 53.5% | 48.1% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 46.5% | 51.9% | 5.4% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 8RH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% 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 | 28.4% | 44.4% | 16.0% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.6% | 30.1% | -12.5% | 44.2% | -14.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 0.8% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 9.8% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 13.5% | 14.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 8.2% |
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 (57.7%) 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 | 33.5% | 34% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 23.7% | -10.4% | 33.6% | -9.9% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 28.2% | 9.4% | 12.7% | 15.5% |
| Bad health | 10.6% | 10.9% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 6.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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.
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 15.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.3% | 26.5% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 12.1% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 18.2% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 7.6% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 14.4% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 15.2% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -18.6% |
| Other | 6.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 3.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.1% | 97.4% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 91.8% | 96.2% | 4.4% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 0.6% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 96.8% | 5.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 3.2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.1% | 76.7% | -12.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 35.3% | 13.5% | 21.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59% | 37.2% | 21.8% |
| Christian | 35.3% | 46.2% | -10.9% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maes Brynna was 286.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.8% higher than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maes Brynna has the 6th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 32nd highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 191.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 153.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Maes Brynna, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2021-08-19 | £80,129 |
| 36 Maes Brynna, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £49,950 | 2019-12-10 | £69,257 |
| 26 Maes Brynna, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2019-10-01 | £56,339 |
| 12 Maes Brynna, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £41,500 | 2017-10-06 | £55,314 |
| 30 Maes Brynna, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £47,800 | 2010-09-01 | £87,445 |
CF44 8RH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF44 8RH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Full-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Education | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maesgwyn Special School Cwmdare Road , Aberdare CF44 8RE | - not rated | 225 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmdar County Primary School The Square , Cwmdare CF44 8UA | - not rated | 276 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol G.G. Aberdar Laburnam Drive , Cwmdar CF44 8RT | - not rated | 507 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Gwyn Education Centres Y Dolydd , CF44 8EX | - not rated | 548 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Lane Special School Park Lane , Trecynon CF44 8HN | - not rated | 716 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 | 623 yd | |
| Cwmni Dda Day Centre | Llewellyn Street | 738 yd | |
| Maesnewydd Garden Centre | Llewellyn Street | 738 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmdare Miners Social & Welfare Club | Cwmdare Road | 176 yd | |
| The Tonglwyd Fawr Inn | Dare Road | 483 yd | |
| Llwyncelyn Inn | 57 Cemetery Road | 594 yd | |
| Welsh Harp/Cross Inn | Hirwaun Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fai's Fish Bar | 40 Windsor Street | 842 yd | |
| Mama's Fish and Chips | 1 Mill Street | 944 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 | 53.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.