Mary Street is in Mountain Ash and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF45 4HJ is located in the Mountain Ash electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 2008-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mary Street, Mountain Ash, CF45 4HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF45 4HH, CF45 4HP, CF45 4HW, CF45 4HF, CF45 4HN, CF45 4HR, CF45 4HL, CF45 4FB, CF45 4FD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF45 4HJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 54.6% | 47.2% | -7.4% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 45.4% | 52.8% | 7.4% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 4HJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43% 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 | 39.7% | 43% | 3.3% | 37.9% | 5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.4% | 36.5% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -7.7% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 8.8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 10% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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% | 35.1% | -8.6% | 48.4% | -13.3% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 36.8% | 9.7% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 16.8% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 9.5% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around CF45 4HJ this area, 30.2% 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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.4% | 30.2% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.9% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 21% | 5.3% | 13.4% | 7.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.5% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 10.3% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 16.7% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 5.4% | 4.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.2% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 97.2% | 97.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| 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 | 96.8% | 97.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 39.4% | 46.2% | -6.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mary Street was 69.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.5% lower than the Mountain Ash average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mary Street has the 8th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Mountain Ash and the 375th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Cwrt Yr Ysgol Mary Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2009-03-31 | £244,101 |
| 2 Cwrt Yr Ysgol Mary Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2009-03-31 | £253,711 |
| 5 Cwrt Yr Ysgol Mary Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2009-03-31 | £253,711 |
| 4 Cwrt Yr Ysgol Mary Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2009-03-31 | £253,711 |
| 1 Cwrt Yr Ysgol Mary Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2009-03-31 | £244,101 |
CF45 4HJ 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Other | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady's R.C. Primary School Miskin Road , Miskin CF45 3UA | - not rated | 317 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengeulan Primary School Penrhiwceiber Road , Miskin CF45 3UW | - not rated | 599 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Miskin Primary School York Street , Miskin CF45 3BG | - not rated | 680 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Darrenlas Primary School Kingcraft Street , Darrenlas CF45 3LT | - not rated | 803 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Caegarw Primary School Troed Y Rhiw Road , Caegarw CF45 4BH | - not rated | 875 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Rose Tea Room | The Hub, The Old Day Centre, Oxford Street | 731 yd | |
| Kalan | 76 Oxford Street | 829 yd | |
| Sugar Rush | 20 Oxford Street | 942 yd | |
| Stardust | 21b Oxford Street | 957 yd | |
| Providence Baptist Church | Union Street | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bailey's Arms | 1 Miskin Road | 361 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Hotel | Penrhiwceiber Road | 452 yd | |
| The George Inn | 31 Cardiff Road | 513 yd | |
| Nixons Workingmens Social Club | Oxford Street | 703 yd | |
| Mountain Ash Workingmens Club | Oxford Street | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bara Street Food | 1 Miskin Road | 361 yd | |
| Pinos Cafe and Fish Bar | 4 Miskin Road | 361 yd | |
| The Grill Hut | 11 Bailey Street | 413 yd | |
| Mum's Spice | 6 Bailey Street | 425 yd | |
| The Friery | 30 Oxford Street | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 63-65 Oxford Street | 731 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.