Maescynon is in Hirwaun, Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 9PG 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 Maescynon, Hirwaun, Aberdare, CF44 9PG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 9PQ, CF44 9PH, CF44 9PR, CF44 9PF, CF44 9QS, CF44 9LY, CF44 9QG, CF44 9QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 9PG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 50.5% | 49.5% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 50.5% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 36.2% | 29.7% | -6.5% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.8% | 46.7% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.8% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 10.3% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 10.3% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.1% | 42.4% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 26.4% | 29% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 13% | 14.3% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 12.4% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 8.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 9PG this area, 30.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 30.5% | 0.6% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 6.7% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 14.6% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 4.3% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 17.1% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 25% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 4% | 1.8% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.6% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 96.8% | 97.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maescynon was 62.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.9% lower than the Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maescynon has the 12th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos and the 382nd lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Maescynon, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-05-23 | £128,979 |
| 2 Maescynon, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2023-04-21 | £127,613 |
| 30 Maescynon, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-11-11 | £91,355 |
| 25 Maescynon, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-10-14 | £117,677 |
| 2 Maescynon, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2021-05-25 | £119,380 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| 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 | 826 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Rhydywaun Rhodfa Lawrence , Penywaun CF44 9ES | - not rated | 936 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penywaun Primary School Coed Glas , Penywaun CF44 9DR | - not rated | 1,912 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llwydcoed Primary Corner House Street , Llwydcoed CF44 0YA | - not rated | 3,120 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penderyn Primary School Pontprenllwyd , Penderyn CF44 9JW | - not rated | 3,129 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 | 832 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glancynon Inn | Swansea Road | 415 yd | |
| The Prince of Wales | 1 Harris Street | 803 yd | |
| Hirwaun RFC | 32 High Street | 898 yd | |
| The Lamb Inn | 78 Brecon Road | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lalon Shah Indian Takeaway | 70a High Street | 783 yd | |
| Penaluna's Famous Fish and Chips | 36 High Street | 783 yd | |
| Family Kebab House | Portacabin adj to Library, High Street | 783 yd | |
| Lucky House Chinese Takeaway | 57 Brecon Road | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | Brecon Road | 869 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 | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| 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 | 60.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.