Postcode Analysis Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales

TREFELIN, CF44 8LE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TREFELIN, CF44 8LE.

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Population

344

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 36,200 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CF44 8LE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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Area Character

With 44% social renting, CF44 8LE 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

CF44 8LE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Trefelin, 0.6km from Trecynon in Aberdare. Administratively it sits within Aberdare West and Llwydcoed ward and the Cynon Valley constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CF44 8LE is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 44% 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 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £134k, 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 CF44 8LE are sourced from Output Area W00006087 (shared with 7 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 CF44 8LE. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 91,000

3 sales · Mean £ 104,498

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

CF44 8LE has low crime rates — 34 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.

Violence and sexual offences63
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson8
Vehicle crime7
Public order6

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Tatlah Stores0.4 km
  • A & J M Sheppard Ltd0.4 km
  • Crust and Crumbs0.4 km
  • KTA General Stores Ltd0.4 km
  • Tatlah Stores0.4 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Harlequins Bowling Club0.8 km
  • Mount Pleasant Hotel Ltd0.6 km
  • Welsh Harp/Cross Inn0.6 km
  • Llwyncelyn Inn0.3 km
  • The Bridgend Inn0.3 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • The Coliseum0.6 km
  • Cwmni Dda Day Centre0.1 km
  • Maesnewydd Garden Centre0.1 km
  • The Coliseum0.6 km
  • Burger Xpress Ltd0.3 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Fai's Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Mama's Fish and Chips0.4 km
  • Ali Baba0.7 km
  • Coed Box0.7 km
  • Ali Baba0.7 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Aberdare1.7 km
  • Cwmbach4.2 km
  • Merthyr Tydfil6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Trefelin0.1 km
  • Trefelin0.1 km
  • Full Moon0.3 km
  • Full Moon0.3 km
  • Aberdare Cemetery0.3 km