Chapel Road is in Penderyn, Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 9JY is located in the Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel Road, Penderyn, Aberdare, CF44 9JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 9QB, CF44 0UJ, CF44 0TJ, CF44 9JU, CF44 9JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF44 9JY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 51.3% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50.5% | 48.7% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 32.7% | 31.9% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 49.1% | 0.9% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 7.5% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 7% | 7.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 45.4% | 47.1% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 29% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 16% | 15.6% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 6.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.6% | 18.5% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 5.5% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 13.1% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.1% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 17.1% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 40% | 12.4% | 33.8% | 6.2% |
| Other | 5.5% | 0.7% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.4% | 95.9% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
In this area, 96.8% 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% | 96.8% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 96.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 12.1% | 6.0% | 6.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Road was 13.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.4% lower than the Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos and the 58th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stuart Quarry Chapel Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2018-12-12 | £798,345 |
| Even Lode Chapel Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2016-09-02 | £404,691 |
| Even Lode Chapel Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £149,995 | 2012-08-30 | £290,996 |
| 2 Chapel Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2007-12-14 | £227,564 |
| 3 Chapel Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £75,500 | 2007-08-10 | £115,484 |
CF44 9JY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CF44 9JY 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.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penderyn Primary School Pontprenllwyd , Penderyn CF44 9JW | - not rated | 765 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhigos Primary School Heol Y Graig , Rhigos CF44 9YY | - not rated | 4,100 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hirwaun Primary School Glannant Street , Hirwaun CF44 9NF | - not rated | 4,107 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Rhydywaun Rhodfa Lawrence , Penywaun CF44 9ES | - not rated | 4,811 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lamb Hotel | Chapel Road | 266 yd | |
| Red Lion Inn | Church Road | 444 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.