Cowbridge Road is in Pontyclun and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF72 9EA is located in the Pontyclun West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pontypridd. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cowbridge Road, Pontyclun, CF72 9EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF72 9ED, CF72 9EH, CF72 9EF, CF72 9EE, CF72 9ER, CF72 9ES, CF72 9EG, CF72 9TY, CF72 9EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF72 9EA 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 | 50% | 50.4% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50% | 49.6% | -0.4% | 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 | 32% | 27.9% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48% | 48.5% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 0.9% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 12.6% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 8.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 49.5% | 47.4% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 34.5% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 13.2% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 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 | 18.2% | 14.5% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 7.4% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 8% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 12.7% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.2% | 41% | 7.8% | 33.8% | 7.2% |
| Other | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.6% | 95.4% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 97.7% | 95.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 94.9% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cowbridge Road was 48.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.8% higher than the Llanharry average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cowbridge Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Llanharry and the 290th lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.0%.
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 Cowbridge Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-03-18 | £267,661 |
| 19A Cowbridge Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2010-03-19 | £368,780 |
| 21 - 23 Cowbridge Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2008-09-30 | £388,371 |
| 15 Cowbridge Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2004-12-22 | £479,514 |
| 51A Cowbridge Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2004-04-08 | £309,361 |
CF72 9EA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 CF72 9EA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 113 |
| Retired | 103 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontyclun Primary School Palalwyf Avenue , CF72 9EG | - not rated | 310 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Y Pant Comprehensive School Cowbridge Road , Talbot Green CF72 8YQ | - not rated | 1,093 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Tonysguboriau Primary School Stuart Terrace , Talbot Green CF72 8AA | - not rated | 1,609 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penygawsi Primary School Charist Road , Penygawsi CF72 8DU | - not rated | 2,199 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| YGGG Llantrisant Ffordd Cefn Yr Hendy , Miskin CF72 8TL | - not rated | 2,465 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Thirsty Elephant | 12a Cowbridge Road | 46 yd | |
| Fullbrook's Bistro | 28 Cowbridge Road | 118 yd | |
| Cafe 50 | Heol-Yr-Orsaf | 118 yd | |
| Indiaah Restaurant | 34 Cowbridge Road | 118 yd | |
| The Hatch | 30b Cowbridge Road | 120 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontyclun Institute Athletic Club | Castan Road | 70 yd | |
| The Pipeworks Bar | 30c Cowbridge Road | 132 yd | |
| Brunel Arms | Station Approach | 192 yd | |
| The Windsor Hotel | Llantrisant Road | 255 yd | |
| Pontyclun Rugby & Sports Club | Llantrisant Road | 255 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zeera | 51 Cowbridge Road | 13 yd | |
| Big Sams | 10 Cowbridge Road | 45 yd | |
| The Delicatessen | 24 Cowbridge Road | 118 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 2, Cowbridge Road | 118 yd | |
| Valley Pizza Square | 3 Llantrisant Road | 146 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 3-7 Cowbridge Road | 13 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 1, Cowbridge Road | 118 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 | 94.4% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.