Herbert Street is in Abercynon, Mountain Ash and in Cynon Valley district. CF45 4RH 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 Herbert Street, Abercynon, Mountain Ash, CF45 4RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF45 4RE, CF45 4RL, CF45 4RW, CF45 4RN, CF45 4TA, CF45 4RG, CF45 4RD, CF45 4SY, CF45 4RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF45 4RH is primarily male, with 53.2% 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 | 50.5% | 46.8% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -4.2% |
| Male | 49.5% | 53.2% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 4.2% |
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 4RH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.5% 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 | 41.3% | 44.5% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.9% | 30.3% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -13.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1.7% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 17.6% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 8.5% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 5% | -4.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 43.5% | 36.9% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 36.5% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 16.7% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 8.5% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 4RH this area, 28.2% 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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37% | 28.2% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 13.4% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 18.5% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.2% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 16.4% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 19.3% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 8.1% | 0% | -8.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 94.4% | 94.5% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 92.6% | 93.5% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 93.2% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.6% | 0.3% | -4.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.9% | 37.2% | 17.7% |
| Christian | 36.2% | 46.2% | -10.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Herbert Street was 223.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 169.2% higher than the Abercynon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Herbert Street has the highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Abercynon and the 62nd highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 137.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Herbert Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2025-02-19 | £117,925 |
| 6 Herbert Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-07-12 | £122,429 |
| 45 Herbert Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2024-04-22 | £80,170 |
| 14 Herbert Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-07-14 | £167,303 |
| 22 Herbert Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2023-06-09 | £146,618 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Other | 19 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Abercynon Greenfield Terrace , Glancynon CF45 4TH | - not rated | 826 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Edwardsville Primary School Cardiff Road , Edwardsville CF46 5NE | - not rated | 2,300 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trerobart Primary School Crawshay Street , Ynysybwl CF37 3EF | - not rated | 2,423 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontypridd High School Albion Site , Cilfynydd CF37 4SF | - not rated | 2,616 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Craig-Yr-Hesg Primary School Cefn Lane , Glyncoch CF37 3BP | - not rated | 2,737 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 | 51 yd | |
| Goochie's Diner | 21 Ynysmeurig Road | 149 yd | |
| The Jellyfish Cafe | 51 Margaret Street | 163 yd | |
| Little Playhouse Ltd | 1 Ynysmeurig Road | 225 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lindsay Constitutional Club | 44 Gertrude Street | 33 yd | |
| Brown's Inns at The Top Club | Margaret Street | 81 yd | |
| Thorn Hotel | Mountain Ash Road | 400 yd | |
| The Carne Park Hotel | Park Street | 460 yd | |
| Abercynon Rugby Football Club | The Clubhouse, Y Parc | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crazy Pasta and Pizza | 14 Margaret Street | 51 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 3 Margaret Street | 51 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 11 Margaret Street | 51 yd | |
| Amigo's Pizza | 28B Margaret Street | 54 yd | |
| Smithy's Chippy | 15 Margaret Street | 54 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 | 66.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.