Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

ST ALBANS COTTAGES, CF42 5DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST ALBANS COTTAGES, CF42 5DE.

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Population

351

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 29,900 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CF42 5DE 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.

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7/10
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5/10
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1/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

CF42 5DE is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CF42 5DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on St Albans Cottages, 0.6km from Tynewydd in Treherbert. Administratively it sits within Treherbert ward and the Rhondda constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CF42 5DE 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. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 28% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £94k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 CF42 5DE are sourced from Output Area W00006653 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CF42 5DE. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 94,000

2 sales · Mean £ 94,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CF42 5DE has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences31
Criminal damage and arson8
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order7
Vehicle crime4

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Colin Deans0.5 km
  • Megasave Stores Ltd0.3 km
  • Village Store0.6 km
  • Colin Deans0.5 km
  • Megasave Stores Ltd0.3 km
  • + 13 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Blaenrhondda Social Club0.8 km
  • Clwb Rygbi Treherbert0.5 km
  • Gwesty Tynewydd0.4 km
  • The Wyndham Hotel0.5 km
  • Blaenrhondda Social Club0.8 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Capel Bedyddwyr Blaen-y-Cwm0.3 km
  • Blaen-Y-Cwm Baptist Chapel0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Chickoland0.6 km
  • Chickoland0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Treherbert1.4 km
  • Ynyswen2.2 km
  • Treorchy4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Tynewydd Bridge0.1 km
  • Tynewydd Bridge0.1 km
  • Blaencwm Bridge0.2 km
  • Blaencwm Bridge0.2 km
  • St Alban`s0.2 km