Heol Caradoc is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 9AY is located in the Pen-y-waun electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heol Caradoc, Aberdare, CF44 9AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 9BE, CF44 9BD, CF44 9BN, CF44 9AN, CF44 9AU, CF44 9AL, CF44 9AW, CF44 9BH, CF44 9AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 9AY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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% | 48.9% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 47% | 51.1% | 4.1% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 31.6% | 40.9% | 9.3% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 35.2% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 17.2% | 13% | -4.2% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 10% | 8.3% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 (63.9%) 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 | 36.9% | 34.7% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -13.7% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 29.2% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 17.8% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 12.3% | 12.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 8.3% |
| Very bad health | 5.6% | 5.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 4.7% |
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.
In the area around CF44 9AY this area, 40.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 54.5% | 40.4% | -14.1% | 18.2% | 22.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 10.9% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.7% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 10.4% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.7% | 18.1% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.7% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 97.8% | 95.7% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 95.7% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.3% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.8% | 76.7% | -12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 34.9% | 13.5% | 21.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.8% | 37.2% | 20.6% |
| Christian | 34.2% | 46.2% | -12.0% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heol Caradoc was 173.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.8% higher than the Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heol Caradoc has the 6th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos and the 107th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.1%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Heol Caradoc, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2021-09-23 | £126,828 |
| 29 Heol Caradoc, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £39,999 | 2020-03-09 | £57,117 |
| 32 Heol Caradoc, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,500 | 2015-03-03 | £92,158 |
| 31 Heol Caradoc, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £76,950 | 2012-03-16 | £149,035 |
CF44 9AY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Mining and quarrying | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penywaun Primary School Coed Glas , Penywaun CF44 9DR | - not rated | 207 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesgwyn Special School Cwmdare Road , Aberdare CF44 8RE | - not rated | 1,122 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Rhydywaun Rhodfa Lawrence , Penywaun CF44 9ES | - not rated | 1,228 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Gwyn Education Centres Y Dolydd , CF44 8EX | - not rated | 1,388 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmdar County Primary School The Square , Cwmdare CF44 8UA | - not rated | 1,396 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sian's Cafe | 4 Shopping Centre, Heol Bryn Gwyn | 857 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penywaun Social Club & Institute Ltd | Gwladys Street | 378 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penywaun Fish Bar | 14 Shopping Centre, Heol Bryn Gwyn | 857 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% |
| Median download speed | 42.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 59.82 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 59.82 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.54 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.