Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

CF42 5EL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CF42 5EL.

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Population

369

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 29,900 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF42 5EL 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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10/10
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6/10
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1/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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Area Character

With 41% social renting, CF42 5EL is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

CF42 5EL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Treherbert in Treherbert. Administratively it sits within Treherbert ward and the Rhondda constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CF42 5EL 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. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 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 CF42 5EL are sourced from Output Area W00006648 (shared with 12 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 5EL. The average age is 38.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian3.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

CF42 5EL has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences53
Public order16
Criminal damage and arson15
Other theft11
Vehicle crime8

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • The Baglan Hotel0.4 km
  • The Bute Lounge Bar & Kitchen0.4 km
  • The New Inn Hotel0.3 km
  • The Dunraven Hotel0.6 km
  • Clwb Staff Great Western Railway Staff Club0.4 km
  • + 7 more
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Oriental City0.7 km
  • Pepino Pizza and Kebab0.4 km
  • Good Pie Mr Chips0.4 km
  • Oriental City0.7 km
  • Good Pie Mr Chips0.4 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Spar0.2 km
  • Fferyllfa'r Co-operative0.4 km
  • Iechyd Da0.3 km
  • Jenkins Grocers0.3 km
  • Premier Stores0.3 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Treherbert0.4 km
  • Ynyswen0.6 km
  • Treorchy2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Tappers Garage0.1 km
  • Tappers Garage0.2 km
  • Bryn Rhedyn0.2 km
  • Village Tavern0.3 km
  • New Inn0.3 km