Ceridwen Street is in Mountain Ash and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF45 3LU is located in the Mountain Ash electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ceridwen Street, Mountain Ash, CF45 3LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF45 3LY, CF45 3LT, CF45 3LS, CF45 3NB, CF45 3LW, CF45 3NF, CF45 3NA, CF45 3AB, CF45 3LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF45 3LU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 52.8% | 48.5% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 47.2% | 51.5% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 | 34.9% | 40.1% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 41.1% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -3.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 8.1% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 34.1% | 41.8% | 7.7% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 33.1% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 24% | 16.7% | -7.3% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 6.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 CF45 3LU this area, 28.3% 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 | 34.9% | 28.3% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 8.6% | -11.9% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 19.7% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.6% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.2% | 9.1% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -7.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 24.7% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 7.4% | 2% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.9% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 98.8% | 99.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 99.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54% | 37.2% | 16.8% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ceridwen Street was 90.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.2% lower than the Mountain Ash average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ceridwen Street has the 11th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Mountain Ash and the 275th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Ceridwen Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-10-17 | £180,000 |
| 44 Ceridwen Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £159,995 | 2024-06-21 | £165,921 |
| 17 Ceridwen Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £133,500 | 2022-07-04 | £139,304 |
| 28 Ceridwen Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-09-15 | £173,587 |
| 41 Ceridwen Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2019-11-01 | £146,209 |
CF45 3LU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Education | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darrenlas Primary School Kingcraft Street , Darrenlas CF45 3LT | - not rated | 137 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Miskin Primary School York Street , Miskin CF45 3BG | - not rated | 602 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Our Lady's R.C. Primary School Miskin Road , Miskin CF45 3UA | - not rated | 633 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caegarw Primary School Troed Y Rhiw Road , Caegarw CF45 4BH | - not rated | 953 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengeulan Primary School Penrhiwceiber Road , Miskin CF45 3UW | - not rated | 1,097 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalan | 76 Oxford Street | 509 yd | |
| The Little Rose Tea Room | The Hub, The Old Day Centre, Oxford Street | 516 yd | |
| Sugar Rush | 20 Oxford Street | 600 yd | |
| Stardust | 21b Oxford Street | 641 yd | |
| Providence Baptist Church | Union Street | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Napiers Arms | 76-78 High Street | 431 yd | |
| Nixons Workingmens Social Club | Oxford Street | 485 yd | |
| Mountain Ash Workingmens Club | Oxford Street | 516 yd | |
| The Bailey's Arms | 1 Miskin Road | 579 yd | |
| Mountain Ash RFC | Oxford Street | 626 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Fish Bar | 1a Dover Street | 420 yd | |
| The Friery | 30 Oxford Street | 509 yd | |
| Tasty Kebab | 29 Oxford Street | 509 yd | |
| Mum's Spice | 6 Bailey Street | 517 yd | |
| The Grill Hut | 11 Bailey Street | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 63-65 Oxford Street | 516 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| 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 | 62.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.