Lock Street is in Abercynon, Mountain Ash and in Cynon Valley district. CF45 4UF 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 Lock Street, Abercynon, Mountain Ash, CF45 4UF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF45 4UH, CF45 4TY, CF45 4UG, CF45 4UD, CF45 4UN, CF45 4TH, CF45 4UU, CF45 4UE, CF45 4YA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF45 4UF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 53% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 47.2% | 47% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 27.8% | 31.9% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 49.1% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 11.6% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 48.9% | 53% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 27% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 14.4% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4.2% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30% | 20.9% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 7% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 15.2% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 5.7% | -1.3% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 23% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 27.8% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.6% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 98.9% | 97.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 97.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.9% | 37.2% | 16.7% |
| Christian | 42.6% | 46.2% | -3.6% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lock Street was 36.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.9% lower than the Abercynon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lock Street has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Abercynon and the 215th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lock House Lock Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £236,000 | 2021-07-23 | £280,128 |
| 11 Lock Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-06-28 | £165,634 |
| Lock House Lock Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2018-11-20 | £250,025 |
| 11 Lock Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £104,995 | 2018-09-07 | £156,793 |
| 19 Lock Street, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2017-03-31 | £157,759 |
CF45 4UF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gymraeg Abercynon Greenfield Terrace , Glancynon CF45 4TH | - not rated | 419 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Edwardsville Primary School Cardiff Road , Edwardsville CF46 5NE | - not rated | 1,654 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanfabon Infants School Bryncelyn Avenue , Nelson CF46 6HL | - not rated | 2,714 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontypridd High School Albion Site , Cilfynydd CF37 4SF | - not rated | 3,089 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Trelewis Primary School Trelewis , Treharris CF46 6AH | - not rated | 3,109 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Playhouse Ltd | 1 Ynysmeurig Road | 624 yd | |
| Goochie's Diner | 21 Ynysmeurig Road | 624 yd | |
| The Jellyfish Cafe | 51 Margaret Street | 695 yd | |
| Fives Cafe | 16 Margaret Street | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thorn Hotel | Mountain Ash Road | 626 yd | |
| Brown's Inns at The Top Club | Margaret Street | 693 yd | |
| Lindsay Constitutional Club | 44 Gertrude Street | 787 yd | |
| Abercynon Rugby Football Club | The Clubhouse, Y Parc | 800 yd | |
| Whitehall Golf Club | Whitehall Golf Club, Quakers Yard | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leon's Chinese | 56 Glancynon Terrace | 279 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 2 Margaret Street | 692 yd | |
| Magic Wok | 43 Margaret Street | 695 yd | |
| Crazy Pasta and Pizza | 14 Margaret Street | 704 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 3 Margaret Street | 704 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 | 71.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.81 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.81 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.06 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.