Brecon Road is in Hirwaun, Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 9ND 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 Brecon Road, Hirwaun, Aberdare, CF44 9ND and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 9NG, CF44 9NS, CF44 9PA, CF44 9NF, CF44 9NE, CF44 9NP, CF44 9PB, CF44 9SU, CF44 9NN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF44 9ND is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.5% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.5% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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% | 31.9% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 49.3% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 5.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 8.7% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 7.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 39.2% | 41.3% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 33.8% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 20.8% | 18.1% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 5.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 36% | 27.9% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 11.8% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 10.5% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.6% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 16.6% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 23.1% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.6% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
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 | 99.3% | 98.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.6% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brecon Road was 326.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 224.1% higher than the Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brecon Road has the highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos and the 25th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 212.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roseberry Cottage, 19 Brecon Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-05-30 | £294,382 |
| 37 Brecon Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-07-28 | £146,826 |
| Eirianfa, 24 Brecon Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £149,995 | 2022-12-16 | £148,961 |
| 23 Brecon Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2022-11-25 | £118,559 |
| 10 Brecon Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £239,000 | 2022-10-28 | £244,564 |
CF44 9ND area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 9ND area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirwaun Primary School Glannant Street , Hirwaun CF44 9NF | - not rated | 127 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Rhydywaun Rhodfa Lawrence , Penywaun CF44 9ES | - not rated | 1,331 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penywaun Primary School Coed Glas , Penywaun CF44 9DR | - not rated | 2,388 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penderyn Primary School Pontprenllwyd , Penderyn CF44 9JW | - not rated | 3,227 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmdar County Primary School The Square , Cwmdare CF44 8UA | - not rated | 3,456 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mogsybelle by Michelle | 70b High Street | 307 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prince of Wales | 1 Harris Street | 203 yd | |
| The Lamb Inn | 78 Brecon Road | 373 yd | |
| Glancynon Inn | Swansea Road | 380 yd | |
| Hirwaun RFC | 32 High Street | 461 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky House Chinese Takeaway | 57 Brecon Road | 268 yd | |
| Lalon Shah Indian Takeaway | 70a High Street | 290 yd | |
| Penaluna's Famous Fish and Chips | 36 High Street | 290 yd | |
| Family Kebab House | Portacabin adj to Library, High Street | 290 yd | |
| Good Taste | 1 Rhigos Road | 701 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | Brecon Road | 250 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 | 60.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.