Springfield Gardens is in Hirwaun, Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 9LQ 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 2002-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Springfield Gardens, Hirwaun, Aberdare, CF44 9LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 9QY, CF44 9QU, CF44 9QZ, CF44 9QH, CF44 9QX, CF44 9QW, CF44 9QT, CF44 9LY, CF44 9QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF44 9LQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 53.1% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 49.8% | 46.9% | -2.9% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of CF44 9LQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 26.2% | 29.3% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 53.3% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 12.6% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 3.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.5% | 59.6% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 27.9% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 9.9% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
In the area around CF44 9LQ this area, 7.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.9% | 7.9% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 7.3% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 14.9% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.4% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.6% | 21.8% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.7% | 42.7% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 8.9% |
| Other | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.8% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 97.1% | 97.2% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 97.2% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Springfield Gardens was 24.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.4% lower than the Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Springfield Gardens has the 4th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos and the 129th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 Springfield Gardens, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-09-27 | £293,787 |
| 90 Springfield Gardens, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2023-07-21 | £251,790 |
| 73 Springfield Gardens, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-07-04 | £225,482 |
| 97 Springfield Gardens, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-10-10 | £295,000 |
| 86 Springfield Gardens, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-10-10 | £244,138 |
CF44 9LQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 149 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Education | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gyfun Rhydywaun Rhodfa Lawrence , Penywaun CF44 9ES | - not rated | 636 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hirwaun Primary School Glannant Street , Hirwaun CF44 9NF | - not rated | 1,195 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penywaun Primary School Coed Glas , Penywaun CF44 9DR | - not rated | 1,478 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llwydcoed Primary Corner House Street , Llwydcoed CF44 0YA | - not rated | 2,646 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Maesgwyn Special School Cwmdare Road , Aberdare CF44 8RE | - not rated | 2,762 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 | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glancynon Inn | Swansea Road | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penywaun Fish Bar | 14 Shopping Centre, Heol Bryn Gwyn | 886 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 | 38.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.