Ger Yr Afon is in Mountain Ash and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF45 4FE is located in the Mountain Ash electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 2018-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ger Yr Afon, Mountain Ash, CF45 4FE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF44 6TH, CF44 6RR, CF44 6RT, CF44 6SA, CF44 6RS, CF44 6RP, CF44 6SB, CF44 6SL, CF44 6SG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF45 4FE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 50.4% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49.6% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF45 4FE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.1% | 47.8% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.6% | 34.2% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -10.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.8% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 9.6% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 4.9% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.7% | 56.8% | 11.1% | 48.4% | 8.4% |
| Good health | 22.3% | 28.5% | 6.2% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 22.3% | 10.5% | -11.8% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 3.6% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 0.6% | -3.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.1% | 13.7% | -24.4% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 6.9% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 17.1% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 19.7% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.2% | 36.6% | 23.4% | 33.8% | 2.8% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 94.7% | 98.3% | 3.6% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 94.3% | 96% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 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 | 93.9% | 96% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.7% | 37.2% | 19.5% |
| Christian | 38.3% | 46.2% | -7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ger Yr Afon was 84.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.4% lower than the Mountain Ash average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ger Yr Afon has the 12th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Mountain Ash and the 295th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.9%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Ger Yr Afon, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-11-03 | £201,802 |
| 2 Ger Yr Afon, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2022-04-07 | £165,560 |
| 8 Ger Yr Afon, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,995 | 2019-02-08 | £238,577 |
| 11 Ger Yr Afon, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £164,995 | 2018-12-21 | £238,802 |
| 9 Ger Yr Afon, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,995 | 2018-12-17 | £235,451 |
CF45 4FE 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 | 213 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Primary School Maes Y Deri , The Oaklands CF44 6AJ | - not rated | 370 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Blaengwawr Primary School Gwawr Street , Aberaman CF44 6YP | - not rated | 962 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmbach C.I.W. Primary School Tirfounder Road , Cwmbach CF44 0AT | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Capcoch Primary School School Street , Abercwmboi CF44 6AD | - not rated | 1,400 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Aberdare Town C.I.W. Primary School Wind Street , Aberdare CF44 7HF | - not rated | 1,683 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caradog Pizza | 56a Jubilee Road | 366 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 1A, Ffordd Tirwaun | 400 yd | |
| KFC | Ffordd Tirwaun | 401 yd | |
| Dragons Den Soft Play Ltd | Unit 29&30, Aberaman Industrial Estate | 435 yd | |
| Compass | Asda Stores Ltd, Ffordd Tirwaun | 440 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Penylan Hotel | 69 Regent Street | 387 yd | |
| Tirfounder Fields | Ffordd Tirwaun | 401 yd | |
| Cue Snooker Club | 270-272 Cardiff Road | 503 yd | |
| The Rock Inn | 168 Cardiff Road | 544 yd | |
| Abercwmboi RFC | Cardiff Road | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 3A, Ffordd Tirwaun | 401 yd | |
| Oriental House | 170 Cardiff Road | 415 yd | |
| Pizza Choice and BBQ | 24 Jubilee Road | 518 yd | |
| Golden Fish Bar | 6 Lewis Street | 708 yd | |
| The Sun | 29a Lewis Street | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Foods | Unit 1, Ffordd Tirwaun | 400 yd | |
| Lidl | Ffordd Tirwaun | 401 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Ffordd Tirwaun | 401 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Ltd | Canal Road | 930 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.