Aberdare Road is in Abercynon, Mountain Ash and in Cynon Valley district. CF45 4NY is located in the Abercynon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cynon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Aberdare Road, Abercynon, Mountain Ash, CF45 4NY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF45 4NU, CF45 4FA, CF45 4PB, CF45 4PD, CF45 4NT, CF45 4PF, CF45 4PA, CF45 4NS, CF45 4NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF45 4NY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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% | 49.3% | -4.7% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 46% | 50.7% | 4.7% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 30.8% | 38.3% | 7.5% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 40.5% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 10.8% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 7.7% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 50% | 48.2% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 33.2% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 10.2% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 6.6% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 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.
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 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.1% | 25.4% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 8% | -9.6% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.9% | 16.5% | -8.4% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.1% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 16.5% | 9.7% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 22.3% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 4% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.8% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 99.3% | 98.2% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| 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 | 99.3% | 98.2% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.5% | 37.2% | 22.3% |
| Christian | 36.5% | 46.2% | -9.7% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aberdare Road was 51.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.8% lower than the Abercynon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Aberdare Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Abercynon and the 308th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aberdare Road, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2025-05-13 | £89,291 |
| 26 Aberdare Road, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-12-16 | £123,651 |
| 43 Aberdare Road, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-09-06 | £112,113 |
| 12 Aberdare Road, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2024-02-23 | £159,215 |
| 15 Aberdare Road, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-06-01 | £133,900 |
CF45 4NY 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Abercynon Greenfield Terrace , Glancynon CF45 4TH | - not rated | 1,112 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trerobart Primary School Crawshay Street , Ynysybwl CF37 3EF | - not rated | 2,064 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontypridd High School Albion Site , Cilfynydd CF37 4SF | - not rated | 2,527 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Craig-Yr-Hesg Primary School Cefn Lane , Glyncoch CF37 3BP | - not rated | 2,570 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Edwardsville Primary School Cardiff Road , Edwardsville CF46 5NE | - not rated | 2,586 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fives Cafe | 16 Margaret Street | 409 yd | |
| The Jellyfish Cafe | 51 Margaret Street | 428 yd | |
| Goochie's Diner | 21 Ynysmeurig Road | 484 yd | |
| Little Playhouse Ltd | 1 Ynysmeurig Road | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Carne Park Hotel | Park Street | 138 yd | |
| Lindsay Constitutional Club | 44 Gertrude Street | 328 yd | |
| Brown's Inns at The Top Club | Margaret Street | 416 yd | |
| Thorn Hotel | Mountain Ash Road | 622 yd | |
| Abercynon Rugby Football Club | The Clubhouse, Y Parc | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amigo's Pizza | 28B Margaret Street | 407 yd | |
| Smithy's Chippy | 15 Margaret Street | 407 yd | |
| Crazy Pasta and Pizza | 14 Margaret Street | 409 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 3 Margaret Street | 409 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 11 Margaret Street | 409 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 | 66.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.