Heol Y Gyfraith is in Talbot Green, Pontyclun and in Taff-Ely district. CF72 8AJ is located in the Llantrisant and Talbot Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heol Y Gyfraith, Talbot Green, Pontyclun, CF72 8AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF72 8HW, CF72 8SY, CF72 8RD, CF72 8AF, CF72 8HR, CF72 8RB, CF72 8AD, CF72 8AE, CF72 8RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF72 8AJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.2% | 50.2% | 4.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 53.8% | 49.8% | -4.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 CF72 8AJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% 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 | 42.4% | 42.9% | 0.5% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.6% | 27% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 15.8% | 19% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 9.9% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 7.1% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 (65.9%) 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 | 35.5% | 30% | -5.5% | 48.4% | -18.4% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 35.9% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 19.4% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 11.7% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 7.7% |
| Very bad health | 4.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 CF72 8AJ this area, 32.9% 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 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.2% | 32.9% | -17.3% | 18.2% | 14.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 12.4% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 15.1% | 5.2% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 14.2% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 17.3% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.6% | 96.7% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 95.6% | 96% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 96% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.1% | 76.7% | -7.6% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.4% | 37.2% | 24.2% |
| Christian | 32.4% | 46.2% | -13.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heol Y Gyfraith was 331.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 243.8% higher than the Llantrisant and Talbot Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heol Y Gyfraith has the 3rd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Llantrisant and Talbot Green and the 22nd highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 212.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Heol Y Gyfraith, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2021-02-23 | £217,493 |
| Highadmit Projects Ltd Heol Y Gyfraith, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2019-02-06 | £1,047,172 |
| Highadmit Projects Ltd Heol Y Gyfraith, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2019-02-06 | £1,047,172 |
| 13 Heol Y Gyfraith, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £91,500 | 2012-08-10 | £172,396 |
| 13 Heol Y Gyfraith, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2009-08-14 | £207,869 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonysguboriau Primary School Stuart Terrace , Talbot Green CF72 8AA | - not rated | 264 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y Pant Comprehensive School Cowbridge Road , Talbot Green CF72 8YQ | - not rated | 719 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGG Llantrisant Ffordd Cefn Yr Hendy , Miskin CF72 8TL | - not rated | 766 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygawsi Primary School Charist Road , Penygawsi CF72 8DU | - not rated | 907 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llantrisant Primary Coed-Yr-Esgob , Llantrisant CF72 8EL | - not rated | 1,181 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Extra Customer Cafe, Green Park | 198 yd | |
| L&M On Course Catering | Llantrisant and Pontyclun Golf Club, Ely Valley Road | 202 yd | |
| D'Lites Ltd | 39 Talbot Road | 209 yd | |
| Nando's | Unit 8, Talbot Green Shopping Park | 210 yd | |
| La Luna | 79-81 Talbot Road | 220 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talbot Arms | 1-3 Talbot Road | 157 yd | |
| Llantrisant & Pontyclun Golf Club | Ely Valley Road | 411 yd | |
| Southgate Park | Cardiff Road | 756 yd | |
| The Penny Farthing | Cardiff Road | 877 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf Hotel | 28 High Street | 920 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo! To Go | Tesco Extra, Green Park | 198 yd | |
| Spice Plus | 31 Talbot Road | 226 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 27 Talbot Road | 226 yd | |
| Scrumps | 17 Talbot Square | 309 yd | |
| Pizza Hot | 19 Talbot Square | 309 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Green Park | 194 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 7, Talbot Green Shopping Park | 219 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Unit 3, Glamorgan Vale Retail Park | 598 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 2-6 Southgate Avenue | 910 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 | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 78.8% |
| 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.