CF37 1BG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Glan Yr Afon, 0.6km from New Road in Ynysybwl. Administratively it sits within Ynysybwl ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.
CF37 1BG is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for CF37 1BG are sourced from Output Area W00006735 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GLAN YR AFON, CF37 1BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLAN YR AFON, CF37 1BG.
316
36
£ 35,100 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF37 1BG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CF37 1BG is an established family neighbourhood — 53% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF37 1BG. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF37 1BG has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Pontypridd Foodbank0.8 km
- Pontypridd Foodbank0.8 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.4 km
- Robert News0.3 km
- Siop Y Bwl0.2 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Clwb Cyfansoddiadol Ynys-y-bŵl0.4 km
- Clwb Rygbi Ynysybwl0.8 km
- United Services Inn0.6 km
- United Services Inn0.6 km
- Ynysybwl Constitutional Club0.4 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Crescis Cafe0.4 km
- Cresci's Cafe0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative0.2 km
- Co-operative Group Ltd0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Fu Kwai0.4 km
- The Village Chippy & Fried Chicken0.4 km
- Village Kebab House0.4 km
- Fu Kwai0.4 km
- Village Kebab House0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Abercynon2.0 km
- Trehafod3.3 km
- Quakers Yard3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Cribbyn Ddu0.1 km
- Cribbyn Ddu0.1 km
- Thompson Street0.3 km
- Greenbanks0.3 km
- Greenbanks0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CF371BG · Data under Open Government Licence