Alder Road is in Llanharry, Pontyclun and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF72 9HQ is located in the Llanharry electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alder Road, Llanharry, Pontyclun, CF72 9HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF72 9HL, CF72 9LT, CF72 9HR, CF72 9LJ, CF72 9HZ, CF72 9HN, CF72 9LF, CF72 9HS, CF72 9HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CF72 9HQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 51.6% | 48.7% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 48.4% | 51.3% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 32.7% | 41.2% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.9% | 36.1% | -8.8% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 7.3% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 10.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 38.7% | 48.1% | 9.4% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 30% | 29.5% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 17% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 9% | 4.5% | -4.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 9HQ this area, 32.1% 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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.9% | 32.1% | -14.8% | 18.2% | 13.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 10.7% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 11.1% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 2.6% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 18.8% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.4% | 22.6% | 13.2% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 93.3% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 99% | 95.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 95.5% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.2% | 76.7% | -6.5% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26% | 13.5% | 12.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 65.3% | 37.2% | 28.1% |
| Christian | 25.1% | 46.2% | -21.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alder Road was 30.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.6% lower than the Llanharry average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alder Road has the 16th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Llanharry and the 172nd lowest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 18.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Alder Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-06-21 | £243,029 |
| 1 Alder Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2019-08-09 | £184,973 |
| 4 Alder Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2010-11-19 | £225,449 |
| 2 Alder Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2009-03-31 | £172,985 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanhari Primary School Aelfryn , Llanharry CF72 9LQ | - not rated | 417 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llanhari Llanhari , Pontyclun CF72 9XE | - not rated | 613 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llansannor C.I.W. Primary School Llansannor , Ystradowen CF71 7SZ | - not rated | 1,558 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dolau Primary Bridgend Road , Llanharan CF72 9RP | - not rated | 2,847 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pontyclun Primary School Palalwyf Avenue , CF72 9EG | - not rated | 3,108 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LWC Restaurant Ltd | Llanharry Workingmens Club, Elm Road | 112 yd | |
| Chapman's Coffee Shop | 4 Ty Isaf | 112 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llanharry Workingmens Club Ltd | Elm Road | 112 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zico Grill House | 6 Ty Isaf | 112 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 98 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 154.39 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 154.39 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.65 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.