Woodland Crescent is in Abercynon, Mountain Ash and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF45 4UT 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 Woodland Crescent, Abercynon, Mountain Ash, CF45 4UT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF45 4UU, CF45 4YA, CF45 4UH, CF45 4UF, CF45 4UN, CF45 4UG, CF45 4TY, CF45 4UE, CF45 4UW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF45 4UT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 51% | 49.4% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 49% | 50.6% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 29.6% | 35.6% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 38.5% | -9.4% | 44.2% | -5.7% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 10.1% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 12.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.4% | 41.9% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 36.9% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 14.1% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 5.8% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 4UT this area, 29% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.4% | 29% | 3.6% | 18.2% | 10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 5.2% | -8.9% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 17.1% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.3% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 12.9% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 30% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.7% | 98.8% | 3.1% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 95.7% | 98.3% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 98.3% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.2% | 37.2% | 18.0% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodland Crescent was 89.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.1% higher than the Abercynon average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Woodland Crescent has the 9th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Abercynon and the 280th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Woodland Crescent, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £332,000 | 2021-12-10 | £372,063 |
| 5 Woodland Crescent, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-05-29 | £358,214 |
| Y-Wenllan Woodland Crescent, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2018-11-02 | £332,080 |
| 2 Woodland Crescent, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2015-03-02 | £328,484 |
| 9 Woodland Crescent, Mountain Ash, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2010-09-24 | £350,863 |
CF45 4UT 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CF45 4UT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 601 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Edwardsville Primary School Cardiff Road , Edwardsville CF46 5NE | - not rated | 1,742 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanfabon Infants School Bryncelyn Avenue , Nelson CF46 6HL | - not rated | 2,562 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontypridd High School Albion Site , Cilfynydd CF37 4SF | - not rated | 2,990 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llancaeach Junior School Commercial Street , Nelson CF46 6NF | - not rated | 3,028 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goochie's Diner | 21 Ynysmeurig Road | 701 yd | |
| Little Playhouse Ltd | 1 Ynysmeurig Road | 725 yd | |
| Fives Cafe | 16 Margaret Street | 763 yd | |
| The Jellyfish Cafe | 51 Margaret Street | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown's Inns at The Top Club | Margaret Street | 763 yd | |
| Thorn Hotel | Mountain Ash Road | 764 yd | |
| Whitehall Golf Club | Whitehall Golf Club, Quakers Yard | 772 yd | |
| Lindsay Constitutional Club | 44 Gertrude Street | 844 yd | |
| Abercynon Rugby Football Club | The Clubhouse, Y Parc | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leon's Chinese | 56 Glancynon Terrace | 374 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 2 Margaret Street | 738 yd | |
| Crazy Pasta and Pizza | 14 Margaret Street | 763 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 3 Margaret Street | 763 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 11 Margaret Street | 763 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.