Sovereign Gardens is in Miskin, Pontyclun and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF72 8SZ is located in the Pontyclun East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 2003-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sovereign Gardens, Miskin, Pontyclun, CF72 8SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF72 8SS, CF72 8ST, CF72 8SQ, CF72 8SF, CF72 8QX, CF72 8SX, CF72 8SG, CF72 8QW, CF72 8QU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF72 8SZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 50.6% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.1% | 49.4% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CF72 8SZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.8% | 24.5% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.5% | 66.4% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 22.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 5% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 3.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 72.7% | 62.1% | -10.6% | 48.4% | 13.7% |
| Good health | 21% | 30.8% | 9.8% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 4.6% | 5.5% | 0.9% | 12.7% | -7.2% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 8SZ this area, 5.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 57.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.4% | 5.8% | 2.4% | 18.2% | -12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 6% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 10.6% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 15.3% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 55.6% | 57.1% | 1.5% | 33.8% | 23.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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 | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 95.5% | 92.4% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 95.9% | 95.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 95% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 76.7% | 17.4% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 4.6% | 13.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sovereign Gardens was 6.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.6% lower than the Llanharry average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sovereign Gardens has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Llanharry and the 24th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sovereign Gardens, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2022-02-10 | £578,868 |
| 1 Sovereign Gardens, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2021-12-10 | £448,268 |
| 4 Sovereign Gardens, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £357,000 | 2019-06-21 | £514,470 |
| 32 Sovereign Gardens, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2018-10-10 | £381,816 |
| 19 Sovereign Gardens, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Detached, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2016-04-08 | £519,498 |
CF72 8SZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 student residents living in CF72 8SZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 206 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 34 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 54 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Education | 45 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 34 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Other | 16 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y Pant Comprehensive School Cowbridge Road , Talbot Green CF72 8YQ | - not rated | 810 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontyclun Primary School Palalwyf Avenue , CF72 9EG | - not rated | 1,118 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygawsi Primary School Charist Road , Penygawsi CF72 8DU | - not rated | 1,452 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tonysguboriau Primary School Stuart Terrace , Talbot Green CF72 8AA | - not rated | 1,522 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGG Llantrisant Ffordd Cefn Yr Hendy , Miskin CF72 8TL | - not rated | 1,982 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Coffee Shop | Bethel Baptist Church Centre, Heol Miskin | 733 yd | |
| The Palm Tree | 79 Llantrisant Road | 980 yd | |
| Brothers | 1 Llantrisant Road | 980 yd | |
| Cafe at Asda Living | Unit 4, Glamorgan Vale Retail Park | 1,069 yd | |
| McDonalds | Glamorgan Vale Retail Park | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miskin Arms | Hensol Road | 666 yd | |
| The Windsor Hotel | Llantrisant Road | 957 yd | |
| Pontyclun Rugby & Sports Club | Llantrisant Road | 957 yd | |
| Pontyclun Institute Athletic Club | Castan Road | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Pizza Square | 3 Llantrisant Road | 1,012 yd | |
| Zeera | 51 Cowbridge Road | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Unit 3, Glamorgan Vale Retail Park | 1,069 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 3-7 Cowbridge Road | 1,082 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.