Glasbrook Terrace is in Mountain Ash and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF45 3SY is located in the Penrhiw-ceibr electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glasbrook Terrace, Mountain Ash, CF45 3SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF45 3TA, CF45 3TL, CF45 3TE, CF45 3SU, CF45 3TB, CF45 3ST, CF45 3TF, CF45 3TH, CF45 3TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF45 3SY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.2% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.8% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 33.3% | 33.3% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 41.9% | -4.7% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 13.4% | 7.0% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 8.5% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 41.4% | 38% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 33.7% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 16% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 9.4% | 8.7% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 5.8% | 3.7% | -2.1% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 3SY this area, 31% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.9% | 31% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 12.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 8.1% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 18.1% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16.1% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.8% | 19% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| White | 97.5% | 99.3% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 98.2% | 98.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 98.2% | 98.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glasbrook Terrace was 53.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.2% lower than the Penrhiw-ceibr average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glasbrook Terrace has the 7th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Penrhiw-ceibr and the 325th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Glasbrook Terrace, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-02-12 | £96,820 |
| 14 Glasbrook Terrace, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-05-05 | £142,435 |
| 24 Glasbrook Terrace, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2021-09-03 | £81,406 |
| 21 Glasbrook Terrace, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2020-12-17 | £159,225 |
| 20 Glasbrook Terrace, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £54,000 | 2020-07-22 | £77,538 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penrhiwceibr Primary Church Street , Penrhiwceibr CF45 3YD | - not rated | 172 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Perthcelyn Community Primary School Glamorgan Street , Perthcelyn CF45 3RJ | - not rated | 369 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengeulan Primary School Penrhiwceiber Road , Miskin CF45 3UW | - not rated | 1,001 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Miskin Primary School York Street , Miskin CF45 3BG | - not rated | 1,478 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Our Lady's R.C. Primary School Miskin Road , Miskin CF45 3UA | - not rated | 1,711 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee & Cream | 61 Rheola Street | 148 yd | |
| Cosy Cwtch Warm Hub and Community Fridge | Church Street | 345 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrhiwceiber Constitutional Club | 129-131 Penrhiwceiber Road | 331 yd | |
| Ceiber Social Club | 55 Penrhiwceiber Road | 462 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Valley | 50 Glanlay Street | 120 yd | |
| Clock Fish Bar | 3 Penrhiwceiber Road | 331 yd | |
| Golden Leaf | 40 Penrhiwceiber Road | 331 yd | |
| Local Kebab & Pizza | 19 Penrhiwceiber Road | 331 yd | |
| The Slovaki Grill | 5 Penrhiwceiber Road | 331 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 12-14 Penrhiwceiber Road | 331 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 | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.