CF72 9QS is in Brynna, Pontyclun and Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF72 9QS 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 Brynna, Pontyclun, CF72 9QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF72 9QS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 54.3% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 50% | 45.7% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CF72 9QS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 46.3% | 43.6% | -2.7% | 37.9% | 5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.6% | 32.7% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 17.9% | 16.8% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 7.7% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 46.2% | 42.1% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 35.7% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 10% | 13.6% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 7.1% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 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 9QS this area, 33% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.6% | 33% | 1.4% | 18.2% | 14.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.1% | 9.7% | -11.4% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 17.5% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 7.8% | -0.6% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.3% | 6.8% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -10.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.4% | 23.3% | 14.9% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 96.9% | 97.8% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 97.8% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65% | 76.7% | -11.7% |
| No passport held | 35% | 13.5% | 21.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 71.4% | 37.2% | 34.2% |
| Christian | 21.4% | 46.2% | -24.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around CF72 9QS was 248.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 186.6% higher than the Brynna and Llanharan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
CF72 9QS has the 2nd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Brynna and Llanharan and the 49th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 204.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Brynheulog, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £34,000 | 1998-05-01 | £185,254 |
CF72 9QS area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of student residents living in CF72 9QS 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 | 22 |
| Retired | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanharan Primary School Llwyn Brain Terrace , Llanharan CF72 9PW | - not rated | 1,127 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynnau Primary School William Street , Brynna, Llanharan CF72 9QJ | - not rated | 1,189 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dolau Primary Bridgend Road , Llanharan CF72 9RP | - not rated | 1,568 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Cwmlai Primary School Penygarreg Road , Tonyrefail CF39 8AS | - not rated | 3,829 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanhari Primary School Aelfryn , Llanharry CF72 9LQ | - not rated | 4,299 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leyshon's Fish Bar | 1 Church Street | 974 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.