Hillcrest is in Brynna, Pontyclun and in Taff-Ely district. CF72 9SL 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 Hillcrest, Brynna, Pontyclun, CF72 9SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CF72 9SN, CF72 9SJ, CF72 9TP, CF72 9TB, CF72 9GT, CF72 9TA, CF72 9TE, CF72 9TD, CF72 9QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CF72 9SL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47% | 51.8% | 4.8% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 53% | 48.2% | -4.8% | 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 | 29.9% | 39.3% | 9.4% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.1% | 46.7% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 8.4% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 3.3% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 | 49% | 41.1% | -7.9% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 38.6% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 15% | 6.2% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 4.5% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 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.
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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.2% | 22.1% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 14.3% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 13.8% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 8.8% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 18.9% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 18.4% | -3.4% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 4.7% | 3.7% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 98.8% | 99.6% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 100% 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 | 97.6% | 100% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 100% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.7% | 37.2% | 15.5% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillcrest was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Brynna and Llanharan average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 85.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Hillcrest, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-06-30 | £187,222 |
| 77 Hillcrest, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2023-01-24 | £194,618 |
| 95 Hillcrest, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-06-24 | £205,224 |
| 90 Hillcrest, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-05-19 | £217,620 |
| 55 Hillcrest, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taff Other, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-02-03 | £184,945 |
CF72 9SL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 9SL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brynnau Primary School William Street , Brynna, Llanharan CF72 9QJ | - not rated | 706 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Dolau Primary Bridgend Road , Llanharan CF72 9RP | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanharan Primary School Llwyn Brain Terrace , Llanharan CF72 9PW | - not rated | 1,133 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Llanhari Primary School Aelfryn , Llanharry CF72 9LQ | - not rated | 3,851 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llanhari Llanhari , Pontyclun CF72 9XE | - not rated | 3,914 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Control Coffee | Unit 2, Ffordd Y Gwaith Glo | 929 yd | |
| Athlete Kitchen | Unit 2, Bridgend Road | 975 yd | |
| Pizza Chic | Bridgend Road | 991 yd | |
| Scoops Bryncae | Bryncae Stores, Bridgend Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bryncae Arms | Bridgend Road | 991 yd | |
| White Hills | Brynna Road | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leyshon's Fish Bar | 1 Church Street | 598 yd | |
| Fish N Chips @ Bryncae | Bridgend Road | 991 yd | |
| Subway | Bryncae Stores, Bridgend Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Unit 1, Ffordd Y Gwaith Glo | 946 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 | 71.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.