CF38 1BF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Allt Y Wiwer, 0.1km from Dyffryn Dowlats in Church Village. Administratively it sits within Church Village ward and the Pontypridd constituency.
For families considering a move, CF38 1BF represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 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 CF38 1BF are sourced from Output Area W00009907 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALLT Y WIWER, CF38 1BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALLT Y WIWER, CF38 1BF.
317
38
£ 48,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CF38 1BF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CF38 1BF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 38, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF38 1BF. The average age is 37.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CF38 1BF has low crime rates — 13 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
18 nearby- Ivey Patisserie Limited0.4 km
- The Village Trading Post0.4 km
- Londis1.0 km
- Taff Ely Foodbank0.3 km
- Londis1.0 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Bush Inn0.9 km
- Clwb Rygbi Llanilltud Faerdref0.4 km
- Bush Inn0.9 km
- Fagins Bar and Restaurant0.4 km
- New Inn1.0 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Nia's Diner and Desserts0.4 km
- Role Play Lane0.7 km
- The Butty Hut0.7 km
- Tiny Tumblers0.3 km
- Butty Hut yn Edwards Coaches0.7 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco Express0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- The Co-operative0.9 km
- The Co-operative0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Diamond House0.4 km
- Diamond House0.4 km
- Golden Grace1.0 km
- Golden Palace0.3 km
- Lees Garden1.0 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Trefforest Estate2.2 km
- Trefforest2.9 km
- Trefforest Station3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Coed Dowlais Eastside0.1 km
- Coed Dowlais Eastside0.1 km
- Coed Dowlais Westside0.1 km
- Coed Dowlais Westside0.2 km
- Station Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CF381BF · Data under Open Government Licence