Quarry Cottages is in Mountain Ash and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF45 3RN 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 Quarry Cottages, Mountain Ash, CF45 3RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF45 3RL, CF45 3RW, CF45 3RP, CF45 3RS, CF45 3LF, CF45 3RT, CF45 3PF, CF45 3PE, CF45 3LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF45 3RN 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 | 50.9% | 48.5% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 51.5% | 2.4% | 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 | 30.9% | 41.7% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 45.8% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 6.5% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 4.6% | -5.9% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 47.7% | 53.3% | 5.6% | 48.4% | 4.9% |
| Good health | 24.6% | 28.4% | 3.8% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 11.5% | -3.9% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 5% | -4.8% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 33.6% | 23.9% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 4.7% | -11.2% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.4% | 19.7% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 20.7% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 26.3% | 17.2% | 33.8% | -7.5% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| 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 White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.1% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 99.3% | 98.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.8% | 37.2% | 13.6% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Quarry Cottages was 3.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.3% lower than the Mountain Ash average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Quarry Cottages has the lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Mountain Ash and the 8th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7A Quarry Cottages, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2025-09-26 | £117,000 |
| 5 Quarry Cottages, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2025-02-17 | £117,925 |
| 7A Quarry Cottages, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2016-01-29 | £84,422 |
| 2 Quarry Cottages, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2007-09-19 | £142,902 |
| 6 Quarry Cottages, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2006-11-10 | £148,966 |
CF45 3RN 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 student residents living in CF45 3RN area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darrenlas Primary School Kingcraft Street , Darrenlas CF45 3LT | - not rated | 481 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caegarw Primary School Troed Y Rhiw Road , Caegarw CF45 4BH | - not rated | 634 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Our Lady's R.C. Primary School Miskin Road , Miskin CF45 3UA | - not rated | 759 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Mountain Ash Comprehensive School New Road , CF45 4DG | - not rated | 959 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Miskin Primary School York Street , Miskin CF45 3BG | - not rated | 1,007 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 | 218 yd | |
| Sugar Rush | 20 Oxford Street | 220 yd | |
| Stardust | 21b Oxford Street | 249 yd | |
| Kalan | 76 Oxford Street | 254 yd | |
| The Bank Cafe | 54-56 Commercial Street | 260 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Napiers Arms | 76-78 High Street | 96 yd | |
| Mountain Ash Hibernian Club | 12-14 Pryce Street | 198 yd | |
| Mountain Ash RFC | Oxford Street | 227 yd | |
| New Inn | 8-10 Oxford Street | 227 yd | |
| The Duffryn | 15 Oxford Street | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Fish Bar | 1a Dover Street | 155 yd | |
| Delicious Chicken Kebab | 20B Oxford Street | 220 yd | |
| Little India | 25B Oxford Street | 224 yd | |
| Mount Peri Peri Ltd | 76 Commercial Street | 247 yd | |
| The Friery | 30 Oxford Street | 253 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 63-65 Oxford Street | 346 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 | 68 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.81 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.81 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.