Hillside Avenue is in Llanharan, Pontyclun and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF72 9PF is located in the Brynna and Llanharan electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ogmore. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillside Avenue, Llanharan, Pontyclun, CF72 9PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF72 9PT, CF72 9PD, CF72 9PJ, CF72 9BW, CF72 9PU, CF72 9PS, CF72 9PL, CF72 9PH, CF72 9PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF72 9PF 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 | 49.3% | 50.2% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49.8% | -0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.4% | 34.2% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.7% | 51% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 8.8% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 | 58.1% | 55.8% | -2.3% | 48.4% | 7.4% |
| Good health | 24.9% | 29.1% | 4.2% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 10.9% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 2.8% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 17.1% | 13.7% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 7.8% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 15.3% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.7% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 17.9% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 35.8% | 5.2% | 33.8% | 2.0% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.9% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.5% | 95.5% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 94.4% 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% | 94.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 94.6% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central Asia | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 47.9% | 46.2% | 1.7% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside Avenue was 95.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.7% higher than the Brynna and Llanharan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillside Avenue has the 7th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Brynna and Llanharan and the 263rd highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Hillside Avenue, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2016-09-05 | £131,174 |
| 9 Hillside Avenue, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2009-05-28 | £130,425 |
| 2 Hillside Avenue, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £61,500 | 2003-04-02 | £201,218 |
| 4 Hillside Avenue, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £43,500 | 1997-10-10 | £216,643 |
| 3 Hillside Avenue, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £42,000 | 1997-06-27 | £233,308 |
CF72 9PF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CF72 9PF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 145 |
| Self-Employed | 68 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanharan Primary School Llwyn Brain Terrace , Llanharan CF72 9PW | - not rated | 217 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dolau Primary Bridgend Road , Llanharan CF72 9RP | - not rated | 1,213 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynnau Primary School William Street , Brynna, Llanharan CF72 9QJ | - not rated | 1,601 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanhari Primary School Aelfryn , Llanharry CF72 9LQ | - not rated | 3,388 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llanhari Llanhari , Pontyclun CF72 9XE | - not rated | 3,496 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llanharan Community Development Project | 23A Bridgend Road | 492 yd | |
| Ground Control Coffee | Unit 2, Ffordd Y Gwaith Glo | 990 yd | |
| Scoops Bryncae | Bryncae Stores, Bridgend Road | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turberville Hotel | Chapel Road | 193 yd | |
| Llanharan Constitutional Club | Chapel Road | 193 yd | |
| Llanharan RFC Ltd | Bridgend Road | 492 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Hot China | 8 Chapel Road | 193 yd | |
| Llanharan Grill | 1a Bridgend Road | 465 yd | |
| Llanharan RFC Mini Section | Llanharan RFC, Bridgend Road | 492 yd | |
| Dragon House | 83 Bridgend Road | 644 yd | |
| Subway | Bryncae Stores, Bridgend Road | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Unit 1, Ffordd Y Gwaith Glo | 1,036 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.83 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.