Laurel Close is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 8RS 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 Laurel Close, Aberdare, CF44 8RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 8RJ, CF44 8RR, CF44 8SA, CF44 8SB, CF44 8RP, CF44 8RW, CF44 8RL, CF44 8RU, CF44 8SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 8RS has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.8% | 50% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.2% | 50% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF44 8RS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.1% | 17.9% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.5% | 67.1% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 22.9% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 3.3% | 4.8% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 9.9% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 46% | 43.1% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 36.5% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 17.7% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 2.8% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 23.2% | 17.9% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 6.7% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 12.3% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.5% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 19% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 35.7% | 5.9% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.7% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 98.7% | 98.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 60.4% | 46.2% | 14.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Laurel Close was 29.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.3% lower than the Aberdare East average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Laurel Close has the 13th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Aberdare East and the 166th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Laurel Close, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2024-11-01 | £172,671 |
| 1 Laurel Close, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-11-13 | £276,695 |
| 40 Laurel Close, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-10-20 | £274,958 |
| 1 Laurel Close, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-12-07 | £245,610 |
| 30 Laurel Close, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-04-30 | £204,681 |
CF44 8RS 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 8RS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 169 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmdar County Primary School The Square , Cwmdare CF44 8UA | - not rated | 386 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesgwyn Special School Cwmdare Road , Aberdare CF44 8RE | - not rated | 423 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park Lane Special School Park Lane , Trecynon CF44 8HN | - not rated | 463 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Gwyn Education Centres Y Dolydd , CF44 8EX | - not rated | 476 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 | 538 yd | |
| Cwmni Dda Day Centre | Llewellyn Street | 723 yd | |
| Maesnewydd Garden Centre | Llewellyn Street | 723 yd | |
| The Coliseum | Mount Pleasant Street | 955 yd | |
| Bwyty Bach Catrin | Mount Pleasant Hotel, Mount Pleasant Street | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmdare Miners Social & Welfare Club | Cwmdare Road | 502 yd | |
| Llwyncelyn Inn | 57 Cemetery Road | 577 yd | |
| The Tonglwyd Fawr Inn | Dare Road | 643 yd | |
| Welsh Harp/Cross Inn | Hirwaun Road | 832 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Hotel Ltd | Mount Pleasant Street | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fai's Fish Bar | 40 Windsor Street | 706 yd | |
| Mama's Fish and Chips | 1 Mill Street | 782 yd | |
| Aquadare Coffee Cabin | Aberdare Park, Hirwaun Road | 983 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 | 61.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.