Coed Glas is in Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 9DT 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 Coed Glas, Aberdare, CF44 9DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 9ED, CF44 9DL, CF44 9EL, CF44 9DW, CF44 9DN, CF44 9DS, CF44 9HB, CF44 9EB, CF44 9DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF44 9DT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.8% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.2% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 9DT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49% 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 | 36.7% | 49% | 12.3% | 37.9% | 11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 33.7% | -6.4% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 8.6% | -5.6% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 6.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (66%) 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 | 39.3% | 39.3% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 23.4% | 26.7% | 3.3% | 33.6% | -6.9% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 20.9% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 8.2% |
| Bad health | 13% | 8.6% | -4.4% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 4.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
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 9DT this area, 42% 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 14.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.6% | 42% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 23.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 12.5% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 13.3% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 12.2% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.4% | 14.5% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -19.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.2% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 99.4% | 99.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 98.8% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.6% | 76.7% | -15.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 37.2% | 13.5% | 23.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 65.4% | 37.2% | 28.2% |
| Christian | 30.3% | 46.2% | -15.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coed Glas was 114.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.6% higher than the Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coed Glas has the 11th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos and the 204th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 93.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 1.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42D Coed Glas, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2015-12-11 | £106,332 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 44 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penywaun Primary School Coed Glas , Penywaun CF44 9DR | - not rated | 510 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Rhydywaun Rhodfa Lawrence , Penywaun CF44 9ES | - not rated | 547 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesgwyn Special School Cwmdare Road , Aberdare CF44 8RE | - not rated | 1,733 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hirwaun Primary School Glannant Street , Hirwaun CF44 9NF | - not rated | 1,824 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmdar County Primary School The Square , Cwmdare CF44 8UA | - not rated | 1,888 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 | 174 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penywaun Social Club & Institute Ltd | Gwladys Street | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penywaun Fish Bar | 14 Shopping Centre, Heol Bryn Gwyn | 174 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.