Rowan Close is in Mountain Ash and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF45 4LH 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 Rowan Close, Mountain Ash, CF45 4LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF45 4BQ, CF45 4LB, CF45 4HY, CF45 4EY, CF45 4BP, CF45 4HB, CF45 4HU, CF45 4BW, CF45 4LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF45 4LH is primarily male, with 53.6% of the population 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 | 51.2% | 46.4% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 48.8% | 53.6% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
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 | 25.5% | 31.5% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39% | 35.1% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -9.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 17.3% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 8.2% |
| Widowed | 20% | 14.5% | -5.5% | 6.1% | 8.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.2% | 30.3% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -18.1% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 30.7% | 2.9% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 26.6% | 23.8% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 11.1% |
| Bad health | 12% | 10.1% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 3.9% |
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 4LH this area, 34.4% 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 17.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.5% | 34.4% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 16.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 8.1% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 16.6% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 13.8% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.6% | 17.8% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -16.0% |
| Other | 2.8% | 4.5% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.2% | 99.6% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 97% | 97.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 97.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.4% | 13.5% | 11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rowan Close was 107.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.6% higher than the Mountain Ash average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rowan Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Mountain Ash and the 221st highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Rowan Close, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2024-08-16 | £102,752 |
| 10 Rowan Close, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2022-12-02 | £122,152 |
| 29 Rowan Close, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2022-07-08 | £65,482 |
| 33 Rowan Close, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2021-08-05 | £68,516 |
| 11 Rowan Close, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2021-04-14 | £143,474 |
CF45 4LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 retired residents living in CF45 4LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 213 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Our Lady's R.C. Primary School Miskin Road , Miskin CF45 3UA | - not rated | 511 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Darrenlas Primary School Kingcraft Street , Darrenlas CF45 3LT | - not rated | 675 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Miskin Primary School York Street , Miskin CF45 3BG | - not rated | 1,011 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pengeulan Primary School Penrhiwceiber Road , Miskin CF45 3UW | - not rated | 1,233 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 | 262 yd | |
| Kalan | 76 Oxford Street | 310 yd | |
| Stardust | 21b Oxford Street | 328 yd | |
| Sugar Rush | 20 Oxford Street | 338 yd | |
| Providence Baptist Church | Union Street | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George Inn | 31 Cardiff Road | 193 yd | |
| Mountain Ash Workingmens Club | Oxford Street | 262 yd | |
| Nixons Workingmens Social Club | Oxford Street | 290 yd | |
| The Jeffrey Arms | Jeffrey Street | 321 yd | |
| The Duffryn | 15 Oxford Street | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MusTaffas | 27b Oxford Street | 290 yd | |
| The Friery | 30 Oxford Street | 310 yd | |
| Tasty Kebab | 29 Oxford Street | 310 yd | |
| Little India | 25B Oxford Street | 324 yd | |
| Delicious Chicken Kebab | 20B Oxford Street | 338 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 63-65 Oxford Street | 262 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 | 62.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.