Garth Grove is in Hirwaun, Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 9SD 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 Garth Grove, Hirwaun, Aberdare, CF44 9SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 9RY, CF44 9SA, CF44 9SF, CF44 9SE, CF44 9RT, CF44 9RU, CF44 9UA, CF44 9SG, CF44 9RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF44 9SD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.1% | 50.4% | 4.3% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 53.9% | 49.6% | -4.3% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 9SD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% 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 | 22.2% | 22.9% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 61.7% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 7.1% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 6.3% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.5% | 42.6% | 5.1% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 28.7% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 17.7% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 11.8% | 8.3% | -3.5% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 2.6% | -2.0% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 30.6% | 22.6% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 7.9% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 15.1% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 17.2% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 27.6% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4.2% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.4% | 99.6% | 3.2% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 95.4% | 97.4% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 0.8% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 97.4% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 52.8% | 46.2% | 6.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garth Grove was 24.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.8% lower than the Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Garth Grove has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos and the 125th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Garth Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,995 | 2022-08-08 | £188,380 |
| 15 Garth Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-03-18 | £270,776 |
| 13 Garth Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,600 | 2015-02-06 | £202,560 |
| The Pines Garth Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2014-11-14 | £227,388 |
| 4 Garth Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £47,000 | 2001-05-31 | £212,129 |
CF44 9SD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 9SD 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF44 9SD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirwaun Primary School Glannant Street , Hirwaun CF44 9NF | - not rated | 1,190 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penderyn Primary School Pontprenllwyd , Penderyn CF44 9JW | - not rated | 2,267 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Rhydywaun Rhodfa Lawrence , Penywaun CF44 9ES | - not rated | 2,272 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rhigos Primary School Heol Y Graig , Rhigos CF44 9YY | - not rated | 3,175 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penywaun Primary School Coed Glas , Penywaun CF44 9DR | - not rated | 3,304 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 | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hirwaun RFC | 32 High Street | 624 yd | |
| The Lamb Inn | 78 Brecon Road | 709 yd | |
| The Prince of Wales | 1 Harris Street | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Taste | 1 Rhigos Road | 574 yd | |
| Lalon Shah Indian Takeaway | 70a High Street | 803 yd | |
| Penaluna's Famous Fish and Chips | 36 High Street | 803 yd | |
| Family Kebab House | Portacabin adj to Library, High Street | 803 yd | |
| Lucky House Chinese Takeaway | 57 Brecon Road | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | Brecon Road | 826 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 | 63.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.02 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.02 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.