Cottesmore Way is in Cross Inn, Pontyclun and in Taff-Ely district. CF72 8BG 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 Cottesmore Way, Cross Inn, Pontyclun, CF72 8BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF72 8HF, CF72 8BH, CF72 8BJ, CF72 8HG, CF72 8AG, CF72 8BN, CF72 8DZ, CF72 8BL, CF72 8PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF72 8BG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.4% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.6% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 35.3% | 29.7% | -5.6% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48% | 50.7% | 2.7% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 13.9% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 3.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 53.8% | 48.6% | -5.2% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 31.4% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 13.3% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 5.9% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 8.1% | 13.2% | 5.1% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 10.8% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.7% | 16% | -5.7% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 4.2% | -2.1% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 15.6% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.3% | 37.3% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 3.5% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 4.6% | 4.7% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 4.0% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 92% | 89.4% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 8.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 92.4% | 95.7% | 3.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 95.3% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0.4% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.1% | 37.2% | 7.9% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cottesmore Way was 19.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.8% lower than the Llantrisant and Talbot Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cottesmore Way has the 7th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Llantrisant and Talbot Green and the 96th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 75.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Cottesmore Way, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-01-27 | £192,090 |
| 46 Cottesmore Way, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £288,000 | 2022-06-16 | £308,945 |
| 33 Cottesmore Way, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2021-06-18 | £201,598 |
| 32 Cottesmore Way, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,500 | 2021-03-12 | £201,568 |
| 12 Cottesmore Way, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2020-12-18 | £246,663 |
CF72 8BG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penygawsi Primary School Charist Road , Penygawsi CF72 8DU | - not rated | 407 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGG Llantrisant Ffordd Cefn Yr Hendy , Miskin CF72 8TL | - not rated | 1,023 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llantrisant Primary Coed-Yr-Esgob , Llantrisant CF72 8EL | - not rated | 1,386 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y Pant Comprehensive School Cowbridge Road , Talbot Green CF72 8YQ | - not rated | 1,470 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tonysguboriau Primary School Stuart Terrace , Talbot Green CF72 8AA | - not rated | 1,573 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe at Asda Living | Unit 4, Glamorgan Vale Retail Park | 869 yd | |
| McDonalds | Glamorgan Vale Retail Park | 869 yd | |
| Castle Cafe | 50 High Street | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Inn Hotel | Main Road | 373 yd | |
| The Penny Farthing | Cardiff Road | 538 yd | |
| Southgate Park | Cardiff Road | 729 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf Hotel | 28 High Street | 929 yd | |
| The Cross Keys Llantrisant | High Street | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jafran Indian | 41 High Street | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 2-6 Southgate Avenue | 601 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Unit 3, Glamorgan Vale Retail Park | 869 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 55.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.4 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.