Bridgend Road is in Llanharan, Pontyclun and in Rhondda Cynon Taff district. CF72 9RA 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 Bridgend Road, Llanharan, Pontyclun, CF72 9RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF72 9SB, CF72 9RD, CF72 9SA, CF72 9RZ, CF72 9GR, CF72 9RF, CF72 9RL, CF72 9RB, CF72 9RE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CF72 9RA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 50.9% | 52% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 49.1% | 48% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 9RA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45% 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 | 31.5% | 45% | 13.5% | 37.9% | 7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 30.8% | -12.6% | 44.2% | -13.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 3.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 16.1% | 14.5% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 52.3% | 47.8% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 32.2% | 1.0% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 15.6% | 5.3% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 6% | 3.6% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 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 | 21.9% | 22.9% | 1.0% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 4.8% | -11.6% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 18.2% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 2.2% | -2.3% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 17.2% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 33.8% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.2% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 95.6% | 94.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 94.7% | 94.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.9% | 37.2% | 22.7% |
| Christian | 34.7% | 46.2% | -11.5% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridgend Road was 116.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.0% higher than the Brynna and Llanharan average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bridgend Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Brynna and Llanharan and the 198th highest crime rate of 797 local areas in Rhondda Cynon Taf .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 84.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Bridgend Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-12-06 | £163,219 |
| 11 Bridgend Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-08-23 | £91,084 |
| 53 Bridgend Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-08-12 | £177,108 |
| 21 Bridgend Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-04-19 | £139,374 |
| 33A Bridgend Road, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-12-14 | £192,203 |
CF72 9RA 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 | 119 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanharan Primary School Llwyn Brain Terrace , Llanharan CF72 9PW | - not rated | 637 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dolau Primary Bridgend Road , Llanharan CF72 9RP | - not rated | 1,061 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brynnau Primary School William Street , Brynna, Llanharan CF72 9QJ | - not rated | 1,717 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanhari Primary School Aelfryn , Llanharry CF72 9LQ | - not rated | 2,922 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llanhari Llanhari , Pontyclun CF72 9XE | - not rated | 3,033 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 | 105 yd | |
| Scoops Bryncae | Bryncae Stores, Bridgend Road | 827 yd | |
| Ground Control Coffee | Unit 2, Ffordd Y Gwaith Glo | 861 yd | |
| Pizza Chic | Bridgend Road | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llanharan RFC Ltd | Bridgend Road | 105 yd | |
| Turberville Hotel | Chapel Road | 306 yd | |
| Llanharan Constitutional Club | Chapel Road | 306 yd | |
| The Bryncae Arms | Bridgend Road | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llanharan Grill | 1a Bridgend Road | 20 yd | |
| Llanharan RFC Mini Section | Llanharan RFC, Bridgend Road | 105 yd | |
| Dragon House | 83 Bridgend Road | 296 yd | |
| Red Hot China | 8 Chapel Road | 306 yd | |
| Subway | Bryncae Stores, Bridgend Road | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Unit 1, Ffordd Y Gwaith Glo | 902 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 | 98.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| 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 | 79.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.