Elm Grove is in Hirwaun, Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 9TG 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 Elm Grove, Hirwaun, Aberdare, CF44 9TG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 9TN, CF44 9TF, CF44 9TH, CF44 9TL, CF44 9TZ, CF44 9TR, CF44 9TB, CF44 9TE, CF44 9TS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 9TG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 49.1% | 48.6% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 50.9% | 51.4% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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% | 34.6% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 46.5% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 7.1% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 8.6% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 48.3% | 48.3% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 22.5% | 30.5% | 8.0% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 12% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 7.4% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 25.4% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 9.9% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 17.3% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 17.6% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.4% | 24.3% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 99.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 99.4% 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 | 98.8% | 99.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 99.4% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54% | 37.2% | 16.8% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Grove was 50.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.5% lower than the Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Elm Grove has the 8th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos and the 302nd lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Elm Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £164,995 | 2025-04-25 | £164,181 |
| 20 Elm Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2024-09-20 | £208,782 |
| 11 Elm Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2023-08-11 | £90,971 |
| 10 Elm Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-07-28 | £182,988 |
| 14 Elm Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-03-08 | £166,567 |
CF44 9TG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 838 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Rhydywaun Rhodfa Lawrence , Penywaun CF44 9ES | - not rated | 1,523 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penywaun Primary School Coed Glas , Penywaun CF44 9DR | - not rated | 2,515 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penderyn Primary School Pontprenllwyd , Penderyn CF44 9JW | - not rated | 2,616 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llwydcoed Primary Corner House Street , Llwydcoed CF44 0YA | - not rated | 3,691 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 | 533 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glancynon Inn | Swansea Road | 467 yd | |
| Hirwaun RFC | 32 High Street | 487 yd | |
| The Prince of Wales | 1 Harris Street | 588 yd | |
| The Lamb Inn | 78 Brecon Road | 622 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lalon Shah Indian Takeaway | 70a High Street | 503 yd | |
| Penaluna's Famous Fish and Chips | 36 High Street | 503 yd | |
| Family Kebab House | Portacabin adj to Library, High Street | 503 yd | |
| Lucky House Chinese Takeaway | 57 Brecon Road | 645 yd | |
| Good Taste | 1 Rhigos Road | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | Brecon Road | 616 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 | 53.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.32 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.32 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.