Commercial Street is in Mountain Ash and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF45 3PP 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 Commercial Street, Mountain Ash, CF45 3PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF45 3NS, CF45 3NY, CF45 3PL, CF45 3PR, CF45 3PG, CF45 3NW, CF45 3PW, CF45 3NU, CF45 3NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF45 3PP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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% | 48.1% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 50% | 51.9% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 28.5% | 37% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 43.5% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.7% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 7.4% | -6.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 43.7% | 36.1% | -7.6% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 25.4% | 37.6% | 12.2% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 20.7% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 3% | -4.7% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.7% | 26.1% | -11.6% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 9.6% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 12.6% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.4% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 18.3% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 22.2% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 3.3% | 3.9% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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 | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.8% | 93.6% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 95.8% | 91.8% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 92.8% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23% | 13.5% | 9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.7% | 37.2% | 14.5% |
| Christian | 39.6% | 46.2% | -6.6% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commercial Street was 37.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.3% lower than the Mountain Ash average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Commercial Street has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Mountain Ash and the 219th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 - 80 Commercial Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £67,750 | 2020-08-20 | £85,726 |
| 78 - 80 Commercial Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £60,750 | 2020-04-20 | £78,438 |
| 78 - 80 Commercial Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £68,500 | 2018-07-12 | £90,287 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caegarw Primary School Troed Y Rhiw Road , Caegarw CF45 4BH | - not rated | 411 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Darrenlas Primary School Kingcraft Street , Darrenlas CF45 3LT | - not rated | 639 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Our Lady's R.C. Primary School Miskin Road , Miskin CF45 3UA | - not rated | 756 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mountain Ash Comprehensive School New Road , CF45 4DG | - not rated | 924 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Miskin Primary School York Street , Miskin CF45 3BG | - not rated | 1,124 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Baptist Church | Union Street | 63 yd | |
| Stardust | 21b Oxford Street | 67 yd | |
| The Bank Cafe | 54-56 Commercial Street | 74 yd | |
| Sugar Rush | 20 Oxford Street | 94 yd | |
| Kalan | 76 Oxford Street | 227 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Ash Hibernian Club | 12-14 Pryce Street | 46 yd | |
| Mountain Ash RFC | Oxford Street | 64 yd | |
| New Inn | 8-10 Oxford Street | 64 yd | |
| The Duffryn | 15 Oxford Street | 67 yd | |
| The Aberdare Hotel | Ffrwd Crescent | 125 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Peri Peri Ltd | 76 Commercial Street | 10 yd | |
| Mountain View Takeaway | 42 Commercial Street | 87 yd | |
| Delicious Chicken Kebab | 20B Oxford Street | 94 yd | |
| Little India | 25B Oxford Street | 125 yd | |
| MusTaffas | 27b Oxford Street | 158 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 63-65 Oxford Street | 310 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.