Orchard Grove is in Rhigos, Aberdare and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF44 9XJ 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 2007-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Grove, Rhigos, Aberdare, CF44 9XJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF44 9XJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 55.1% | 49.7% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 44.9% | 50.3% | 5.4% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 18.8% | 30.8% | 12.0% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.1% | 49.1% | -12.0% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.7% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 8.8% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.6% | 38% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 30.2% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 22.3% | 5.8% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 8.9% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 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 9XJ this area, 32.1% 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% | 32.1% | 2.2% | 18.2% | 13.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 5.8% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 16.7% | 4.9% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 4.5% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 12.8% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 28.2% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 7.6% | 0% | -7.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.2% | 97.2% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 96.6% | 98.3% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 98.3% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Grove was 31.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.8% lower than the Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Orchard Grove has the 5th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos and the 177th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Orchard Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-09-20 | £231,937 |
| 4 Orchard Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2021-09-02 | £227,845 |
| 4 Orchard Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2016-11-24 | £245,070 |
| 2 Orchard Grove, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, a newly built property | £186,000 | 2006-03-17 | £353,330 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CF44 9XJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhigos Primary School Heol Y Graig , Rhigos CF44 9YY | - not rated | 1,115 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGG Cwm Nedd New Street , Glynneath SA11 5AG | - not rated | 3,826 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmnedd Primary School New Street , Glynneath SA11 5AA | - not rated | 3,887 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penderyn Primary School Pontprenllwyd , Penderyn CF44 9JW | - not rated | 4,062 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hirwaun Primary School Glannant Street , Hirwaun CF44 9NF | - not rated | 4,869 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Inn | Smiths Avenue | 188 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.